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How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms

Class Details

  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 6/8/2020 - 7/19/2020
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll.

  • Currently Enrolled: 27 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 1/5/2026 - 2/15/2026
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 2 of 30

About the Course

In this 6-week book study, educators will explore the key principles of differentiated instruction and learn how to design lessons that respond to differences in student readiness, interest, and learning profile. Each week includes structured readings, practical classroom-based assignments, collaborative discussions, and independent reflection. By the end of the course, teachers will have developed a personalized Differentiation Action Plan to guide continued growth and implementation in their own classrooms.

Required Text:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Explain the key principles of differentiated instruction and the rationale for differentiation.
  • Analyze classroom examples that illustrate effective differentiation practices.
  • Apply Tomlinson’s framework to design responsive lessons based on readiness, interest, and learning profile.
  • Evaluate and reflect on their own teaching practices through the lens of differentiation.
  • Develop an actionable plan to implement differentiation in their current classroom setting.
  • Grade(s): Pre-K Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Elementary K-5 Secondary 6-12
  • Subject(s): Professional Development Differentiation
  • Teacher Quality Standard(s): QS 1.A QS 2.C QS 3.A QS 3.B QS 3.D

Facilitator

Amber Andrew

Reviews

Chloe Schamaun
This course was well organized and provided lots of strategies for differentiating any classroom of students. The required text is a great read and offers perspective on how to increase differentiation in a classroom setting without being overwhelming. I just wished there was more interaction and feedback from the professor leading the course.
Paige Schmidt
I learned so much during this course! Sunny is an excellent instructor who is organized, communicated well, and she was available to help. I loved the book that was assigned because it gave so many great suggestions to use with any grade or subject!
Maryorie Gomez Gomez
Very well organized, assignments were meaningful. The class provides an understanding of differentiation but also practical ways and tools to be implemented.

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