Choose 2 (two) of the hallmarks of differentiation (from the golden ticket) to discuss on your blog. Be certain to choose ONE from hallmarks 1 - 6 and ONE from hallmarks 7 - 12. Explain what you now understand about differentiation because of these two hallmarks. Also explain how differentiation is different from just very, very good teaching where you might find elements of these hallmarks, but where there is no differentiation occurring.
5. Shared responsibility for the classroom is between teacher and students, in the goal of making it work for everyone.
I feel very strongly about this and can see where morning meetings really fit with this hallmark. When a sense of community is established, the students will feel like they have a place in the classroom and will feel like their opinions and ideas are valid and listened to. Each child is different and taking the time to get to know them during the morning meeting will help me know how to help them in their learning. I realize that it is impossible to do this for every lesson, every time, but the understanding of the individuality of each students will make me want to reach a bit and try to find a way to individualize things as I can.
If I just teach the way I think works and don't try to think outside of the box, some of the students will suffer. I need to try many different ways, instead of just sticking to just one. This way, my students will benefit and by me trying to teach them in ways they need, they will feel like they really have a good place in my classroom and they will love it!
9. Teacher's sights are high, just as students' sights are high.
I love the learn to work "smarter" as I work "harder" line. As a new teacher, I will be scrambling I'm sure to try to figure it all out. I'm glad we are learning so much about differentiated classrooms so I know (sort of) what I need to do. I need to set goals with myself and with my students. From day one, I need to love them and let them know that we are going to have fun, we are going to work hard, and we are going to learn so many new and wonderful things! I'm going to be excited and love them so that they will want to come to school everyday. They will know that they have to work hard because I am going to work hard teaching them. I want them to let me know what works and what doesn't. Woah...I'm super excited!
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Woah, I can tell you are (but, you always HAVE been, since I've known you! Lucky, lucky students who get you for their teacher!). Your thoughts show me the depth of your understanding of these hallmarks, and how they will help you be a differentiating teacher. Great stuff! 4 points
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