Tomlinson, Carol A.

How to differentiate instruction in mixed-ability classrooms / Carol Ann Tomlinson. - 2nd ed. - Alexandria, VA : Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, c2001. - viii, 117 p. : ill ; 26 cm.

"ASCD product no. 101043"--T.p. verso.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 107-110) and index.

What differentiated instruction is--and isn't -- The rationale for differentiated instruction in mixed-ability classrooms -- The role of the teacher in a differentiated classroom -- The learning environment in a differentiated classroom -- A look inside some differentiated classrooms -- Strategies for managing a differentiated classroom -- Preparing students and parents for a differentiated classroom -- The how to's of planning lessons differentiated by readiness -- The how to's of planning lessons differentiated by interest -- The how to's of planning lessons differentiated by learning profile -- Differentiating content -- Differentiating process -- Differentiating products -- Grading in a differentiated classroom.

Offers a definition of differentiated instruction, and provides principles and strategies designed to help teachers create learning environments that address the different learning styles, interests, and readiness levels found in a typical mixed-ability classroom.

Professional Follett Library Resources.

0871205122 (alk. paper)

2001000344


Classroom management--United States.
Learning ability.
Mixed ability grouping in education--United States.
Ability grouping in education.
Classroom management.
Psychology of learning.

LB3061.3 / .T65 2001

371.2/52