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“Differentiation is simply a teacher attending to the learning needs of a particular student or small groups of students, rather than teaching a class as though all individuals in it were basically alike.”

Quote by Carol Ann Tomlinson

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Carol Ann Tomlinson
Carol Ann Tomlinson

Carol Ann Tomlinson is a renowned American educationalist and author, born on February 17, 1944. Her work has had a profound impact on the field of education, particularly known for her philosophy of personalized instruction. more

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“A teacher in a differentiated classroom does not classify herself as someone who ‘already differentiates instruction.’ Rather that teacher is fully aware that every hour of teaching, every day in the classroom can reveal one more way to make the classroom a better match for its learners.”

“Differentiated Instruction is a teaching philosophy based on the premise that teachers should adapt instruction to student differences. Rather than marching students through the curriculum lockstep, teachers should modify their instruction to meet students' varying readiness levels, learning preferences, and interests. Therefore, the teacher proactively plans a variety of ways to 'get it' and express learning.”