This course has given me a better understanding of UDL and Differentiated Instruction (DI) and better ways to incorporate the two in my classroom. I have heard of DI in the past but was never sure if I was using it correctly. DI is not creating more work for students. I couldn’t imagine creating different lessons for all my students but now I know that is not the case in order to meet the needs of all students.
I compiled a list of resources that were acquired throughout this course for future use. The Differentiation Station was a great source for information. I believe using the resources will enhance my teaching and students’ learning. I plan on sharing the sites with other teachers in the future. As a result of this course, I also plan to use technology much more in my classroom this coming school year.
I will use the new found technology whole group as well as with individual instruction. I also want to get parents involved using class blogs and newsletter. I will also create surveys at the beginning of the year to learn more about the students. I want to incorporate the use of digital storytelling and concept maps into more lessons. I like Dr. Tomlinson’s use of the words flexible management (Laureate Education, 2009). I feel that being flexible is a key word in teaching and to add management is even better. I have to remember that I am building a foundation for all students at the kindergarten level. What may work one year with technology may not work the next. It is my hope that I will help each student reach his or her highest potential for learning.
Reference:
Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive Producer). (2009). Reaching and engaging all learners through technology. Baltimore: Author.
I compiled a list of resources that were acquired throughout this course for future use. The Differentiation Station was a great source for information. I believe using the resources will enhance my teaching and students’ learning. I plan on sharing the sites with other teachers in the future. As a result of this course, I also plan to use technology much more in my classroom this coming school year.
I will use the new found technology whole group as well as with individual instruction. I also want to get parents involved using class blogs and newsletter. I will also create surveys at the beginning of the year to learn more about the students. I want to incorporate the use of digital storytelling and concept maps into more lessons. I like Dr. Tomlinson’s use of the words flexible management (Laureate Education, 2009). I feel that being flexible is a key word in teaching and to add management is even better. I have to remember that I am building a foundation for all students at the kindergarten level. What may work one year with technology may not work the next. It is my hope that I will help each student reach his or her highest potential for learning.
Reference:
Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive Producer). (2009). Reaching and engaging all learners through technology. Baltimore: Author.
