Differentiated Instruction Techniques

Differentiated Instruction Techniques

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson you will be able to understand the principles of differentiated instruction. At the end of the lesson you will be able to recognize and cater to diverse learning styles. At the end of the lesson you will be able to create adaptable lesson plans for Business English instruction. At the end of the lesson you will be able to apply techniques for personalizing Business English instruction to meet individual learner needs.

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Principles of Differentiated Instruction

Differentiated instruction involves planning and delivering instruction to meet the varied needs and learning styles of every student.

Understanding Diverse Learning Styles

Learning styles refer to the various ways in which individuals absorb, process, comprehend, and retain information.

Creating Adaptable Lesson Plans

Adaptable lesson plans are designed to be adjusted based on learners' needs, preferences, and interests.

Techniques for Personalizing Business English Instruction

Personalization techniques are applied to meet individual learner needs in the context of Business English instruction.

Definition List

Differentiated instruction: A teaching approach that involves planning and delivering instruction to meet the varied needs and learning styles of every student. Learning styles: The various ways in which individuals absorb, process, comprehend, and retain information. Adaptable lesson plans: Lesson plans designed to be adjusted based on learners' needs, preferences, and interests. Business English instruction: The practice of teaching English with a focus on business communication skills.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.