SPN 533 - Adapting and Differentiating Instructions

This course builds on theories of learning, curriculum, and instruction, and prepares teachers to adapt and differentiate their teaching to learner needs. Special emphasis will be placed upon developmental benchmarks, instructional strategies, and selection of materials for promoting literacy skills. Participants will review the empirical research base in differentiated learning, identify the key characteristics of differentiated instruction, analyze models of differentiated instruction and develop a plan for a differentiated classroom that meets high standards and student needs.

Credits: 3