Differentiation

This course will explore the concept of differentiation through the research of Carol Ann Tomlinson. Participants will be encouraged to reflect on why we differentiate as well as discussing practices already utilised and embedded. Participants will consolidate their understanding of content, process, product, and environment differentiation by reflecting on explicit examples of how this is observable in practice within the classroom. A common misconception with differentiation is that it is focused too heavily upon the final ‘product’ of the lesson; in this course participants will be taken through the differentiation journey by exploring how differentiation is an intrinsic and constant practice throughout a lesson that serves to support student readiness, interest, and learner profile. Participants will explore a carousel of activities that encourages them to reflect on how we differentiate through:

The learning objective and success criteria
Tiered questions to challenge thinking
Tiered activities aligned to the BLOOMS pyramid
Teaching methods and strategies
Targeted feedback linked to the success criteria In the final part of the session, participants will be encouraged to reflect on the session and strategies used and to consider their implementation.

Course objectives

To identify the concept of differentiation and its importance.
To experiment and explore a variety of differentiation strategies.
To adapt and implement differentiation strategies to support learner needs.

Target Audience

Teachers

Duration

1 Day(8 hours)

Mode of delivery

Face to face & Online

Language

English & Arabic

Certification: ATA Certificate of Attendance

How the course is assessed: Attendance to the course and completion of the evaluation and feedback form.

Prerequisites: N/A

UAE Teacher Standards

Professional and Ethical Conduct

1.1 Respect and promote UAE Values.
1.2 Demonstrate personal and professional ethics.
1.3 Be accountable for and to learners.
1.4 Comply with national and organisational expectations.
1.5 Establish communication and collaboration.

Professional Practice

3.1 Promoting positive learning environments.
3.2 Demonstrate learner – centred teaching.
3.3 Use assessment of learning.

Professional Knowledge

2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of learning, development & diversity.
2.2 Demonstrate knowledge of curriculum.
2.3 Demonstrate knowledge of theoretical basis of teaching.

Professional Growth

4.1 Reflect on own practice.
4.2 Engage in professional growth.
4.3 Determine impact on learner achievement.