EDU 501: Teacher as Researcher by

Heather Mac Namara / Research Project Topic

hmacnamara — 2013-09-11 01:18:17 UTC

What are the effects of tiered instruction on student achievement in a mixed ability math class?

Tiered Lessons: One Way to Differentiate Math Instruction - by Rebecca L. Pierce and Cheryll M. Adams

hmacnamara — 2013-09-21 01:17:16 UTC

Discusses differentiation
Provides eight useful steps for developing tiered lessons, including identifying the grade and subject level, standards to be addressed, key concept and generalizations, determining if the students have the background necessary to be successful in the lesson, determine which part of the lesson you will tier, determine the type of tiering, and to develop assessments.

What Research Says About Differentiated Learning -by Tracy A. Huebner

hmacnamara — 2013-09-21 01:23:49 UTC

Research shows positive results for differentiated learning in mixed ability classes.

Teaching by Tiering - by Cheryll M. Adams and Rebecca L. Pierce

hmacnamara — 2013-09-21 01:37:34 UTC

Grouping by readiness level, learning profile, interest
Developing a tiered lesson

Tiered Instruction: Beginning the Process - by Bertie Kingore, Ph.D.

2013-09-21 01:48:06 UTC

Discusses tiered instruction as a stairwell within learning
Provides guidelines for tiered instruction
Factors that influence the complexity of tiered learning experiences

Tiering to Avoid Tears: Developing Assignments that Address All Learners' Needs - by Linda Pigott Robinson

2013-09-21 01:53:06 UTC

Includes steps to follow while tiering assignments
Modifications to tiers including, skill level, vocabulary, complexity, level of thinking, interest level, abstractness, sophistication of research, openness of process/product, perspective/real-life roles, and real life products
Ways to ensure fairness to all learners during tiered instruction

8 Lessons Learned on Differentiating Instruction - by Kechia Williams

hmacnamara — 2013-09-21 02:04:50 UTC

Start small
Differentiation can take many forms
Learn about your students and use data to assist you
Importance of pre-assessment
Always have expectations for yourself, as well as, your students
Ways to stay informed on best practice teaching strategies

Leading and Managing a Differentiated Classroom - by Tomlinson, C. A. & Imbeau, M. (2010)

hmacnamara — 2013-09-21 02:26:22 UTC

Discusses how to lead and manage a differentiated classroom

Making Differentiation a Habit - by Diane Heacox, Ed.D.

hmacnamara — 2013-09-21 02:30:24 UTC

Offers educators tools to improve instruction in diverse classrooms

Differentiating Mathematics Instruction So EVERYONE Learns by Jennifer Taylor-Cox, Ph.D.

hmacnamara — 2013-09-21 02:58:55 UTC

Discusses the importance of formative assessment
Flexible grouping
Targeted instruction and levels of cognitive demand
The role of learning frameworks in differentiated instruction
Using progress monitoring to make adjustments to instruction

Learn to Differentiate Instruction in Math - by Elizabeth Wistrom

hmacnamara — 2013-09-21 03:07:57 UTC

Discusses differentiation including content and process strategies

Differentiated Classroom Chapter 1. What Is a Differentiated Classroom? - by Carol Ann Tomlinson

hmacnamara — 2013-09-21 03:13:49 UTC

Examines hallmarks of a differentiated classroom
Provides snapshots of various classrooms and grade levels demonstrating how two lessons on the same topic can be delivered in drastically different ways by incorporating differentiation.