The art and science of becoming a flexible and effective teacher of all students.
This is a two-day course running on Tuesday 7 May & Tuesday 21 May 2024.
Differentiation is a vital skill for all teachers in any Australian classroom, where the range of student abilities, interests and needs are so varied, including students with disability and those who may be gifted and/or talented. Teachers are now expected to differentiate and personalise learning to cater for the full range of abilities in their classrooms, however many are asked to do this with limited training, or without knowing how to connect differentiated practice to other aspects of teaching. In order for differentiated practice to be effective, it must be systematic and the lens through which other teacher tasks, such as assessment and program design, are practiced. Teachers who are highly skilled in differentiation are those who can ensure all students are learning and making progress.
Who should attend?
This course is appropriate for primary teachers, Coordinators and Curriculum Leaders who want a comprehensive understanding of the evidence for and how to differentiate for diverse abilities, and how to do this effectively and efficiently in the context of a primary classroom. Participants will look at the practical aspects of differentiation including how to ensure it is systematic, and closely connected to assessment, program design and classroom practice. Participants will have the opportunity to explore and share ideas, participate in practical planning, and have the chance to implement goals in between each day of the course.
What to expect.
Day One
Exploring definitions, the research, ACARA advice and Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
Understanding levels of thinking and models of differentiation.
Pre and formative assessment (including ongoing and flexible assessment).
Strategies to plan differentiation activities & tasks - tiered tasks, learning objectives, success criteria.
Day Two
Applying key principles in the classroom - flexible grouping and respectful language.
Making it work in the classroom - behaviour management & working independently.
Designing differentiation programmes and units of work.
Assessment, student feedback and reporting.
Cost.
$355 per person OR $1,575 for a group of five. Morning tea and lunch will be provided. Contact us for a custom quote for groups larger than 10.
Contact.
For more information please contact admin@growingupgreatness.com or call 0432 179 629.