There are 4 different dimensions for differentiation.
-open ended questions
-choice in method of solving
-faster pace of learning
-using manipulatives
-higher levels of blooms taxonomy
-choice boards
-variety of presentation formats
-application to the real world
-appropriate or alternative assessments
-small group vs. whole class
-student centered vs. teacher led
-independent vs. team based
-mobile vs. stationary
-academically gifted vs. mixed abilities
-accepted vs. judged
- Content- the WHAT being taught. This can become more complex, abstract, or have added depth.
- Process- The HOW it is learned. This enables gifted learners to think, reason, and evaluate in new ways.
-open ended questions
-choice in method of solving
-faster pace of learning
-using manipulatives
-higher levels of blooms taxonomy
- Product- The how learning is SHOWN. This is the result of learning, the assessment that displays a student's understanding of a concept. The product allows for creativity to be shown through giftedness
-choice boards
-variety of presentation formats
-application to the real world
-appropriate or alternative assessments
- Learning Environment- The setting WHERE a student learns.
-small group vs. whole class
-student centered vs. teacher led
-independent vs. team based
-mobile vs. stationary
-academically gifted vs. mixed abilities
-accepted vs. judged