1. Strategies for Differentiated Instruction in the Foreign Language Classroom
XI National Conference for Teachers of English
What is differentiated instruction? What is it NOT?
A.
B.
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Differentiation of Content, Activities, and Products
Content Activities Products
• Audio-recorded • Activity choice • Tiered products
text material boards • Student choice of
• Reading buddies • Varied journal mode of
• Multiple texts prompts demonstrated
• Multiple • Tiered activities learning
supplementary • Multilevel learning • Internet-based
material center tasks investigations
• Small-group direct • Similar readiness • Independent study
instruction groups • Varied rubrics
• Varied graphic • Mixed readiness • Criteria for
organizers groups with success generated
• Internet-based targeted roles by individuals
mini-lessons • Student choice of
• Compacting work arrangement
• Multilevel • Learning contracts
computer
programs
Barriers &
Bridges
Erin Lowry, July 2010 erin.lowry@gmail.com

2. Strategies for Differentiated Instruction in the Foreign Language Classroom
XI National Conference for Teachers of English
Diverse Learning Needs
Examples of Diverse Learning in My Examples of How I Try to Address
Classroom Varied Learner Needs
Erin Lowry, July 2010 erin.lowry@gmail.com

3. Strategies for Differentiated Instruction in the Foreign Language Classroom
XI National Conference for Teachers of English
Many Ways to Differentiate!
Low Preparation Differentiation High Preparation Differentiation
Choice of Books Tiered Activities
Homework Options Tiered Products
Use of Reading Buddies Independent Study
Various Journal Prompts Multiple Texts
Varied Pacing with anchor options Multiple Testing Options
Student/Teacher Goal Setting Alternative Assessments
Work Alone or Together 4-MAT
Flexible Seating Course Compacting
Varied Computer Programs Spelling by Readiness
Design-A-Day Varying Organizers
Varied Supplemental Materials Community Mentorships
Options for Varied Modes of Expression Tiered Centers
Varied Scaffolding Interest Centers
Computer Mentors Stations
Think-Pair-Share by Readiness, Interest, Learning Profiles Group Investigations
Open-ended Activities Choice Boards
Explorations by Interest Think-Tac-Toe
Options for Competition Simulations
Flexible-Learning Groups by Readiness, Interest, Learning Profile Students Are Assessed in Multiple Ways
Different Levels of Thinking: Cubing
Side 1 DESCRIBE IT, Recall, name, locate, list
Side 2 COMPARE IT, Contrast, Example, Explain, Write
Side 3 ASSOCIATE IT, Connect, Make, Design
Side 4 ANALYZE IT, Review, Discuss, Diagram
Side 5 APPLY IT, Propose, Suggest, Prescribe
Side 6 ARGUE FOR/AGAINST IT, Debate, Formulate, Support
Erin Lowry, July 2010 erin.lowry@gmail.com

4. Strategies for Differentiated Instruction in the Foreign Language Classroom
XI National Conference for Teachers of English
Differentiating Process: Tic-Tac-Toe Choice Board
Flexible Grouping: Clock Buddies
Erin Lowry, July 2010 erin.lowry@gmail.com