Discussion Assignment:
During this course, you will participate in six graded Discussions. Discussions give you an opportunity to reflect upon, process, and elaborate on the Learn section material. A thread addressing the discussion prompt (at least 400 words).
Each thread must contain at least two peer-reviewed references, one Scripture reference, and must be at least 400 words. Current APA format is required for citations, and a reference list in current APA format is required at the conclusion of each thread.
You must also use proper grammar as outlined in the APA manual.
Discussion Prompt:
Consider and address each of the following questions:
- Do we as educators need to differentiate our instruction?
- Should teachers at all levels be expected to differentiate their instruction?
- What is the best approach for addressing the needs of a diverse student population when designing curriculum?
- How should curriculum designers align and address the need to meet specific standards but also differentiate instruction?
Required Resources:
Brown, P. C., Roediger III, H. L., & McDaniel, M. A. (2014). Make it stick. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press. ISBN: 9780674729018
Lalor, A. D. M. (2016). Ensuring high-quality curriculum: How to design, revise, or adopt curriculum aligned to student success. ASCD. ISBN: 9781416622796
McTighe, J. & Willis, J. (2019). Upgrade your teaching: Understanding by design meets neuroscience. ASCD. ISBN: 9781416627340
Stern, J.H., Ferraro, K.F., & Mohnkern, J. (2017). Tools for teaching conceptual understanding, secondary: Designing lessons and assessments for deep learning. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publishers. ISBN: 9781506355702
Wiggins, G.P. & McTighe, J. (2005). Understanding by design. Alexandria, VA: ASCD. ISBN: 9781416600350