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Gregory, a consultant who specializes in brain-compatible learning and differentiated instruction and assessment, collects nine excerpts and essays from earlier Corwin volumes on differentiated instruction in general, in which education specialists from the US discuss creating a climate for learning, learning students' strengths, differentiating for different learning styles, curriculum approaches for data-driven instruction, specific strategies, the use of graphic organizers, adolescent-centered differentiation, and the relationship between gifted and general education, with a lesson-planning template for putting it all together. There is no index. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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The definitive guide to differentiated instructionThe Best of Corwin:Differentiated Instruction features a tapestry of critical information to guide teachers in implementing differentiation. Helpful tools include standards-based lesson- and unit- planning templates, graphic organizers, and brain-based research. The compilation also provides: Strategies for understanding students' needs Tips for accommodating various learning styles Curriculum approaches for data-driven instruction Proven best teaching practices Guidance in creating a positive learning environmentAlso included is a chapter that offers an in-depth look at middle and high school learners and the need for differentiation to satisfy their developmental needs.
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