Even though school is not over yet, I started my first book for the summer: The Differentiated Math Classroom, A guide for Teachers K-8, by Miki Murray.
The author of the the book wrote: " We believe deeply that all students can learn mathematics when they have access to quality teaching and learning experiences.", and I agree
I read Chapter 1: Guidelines and a Differentiated Unit. This first chapter makes you think and clears up any misconceptions on differentiating lessons. Before you start to create a lesson ask yourself " why is it necessary to differentiate?" Is it to modify to make learning accessible for all students, is it to focus on learning styles, is to make learning more efficient and interesting, or is it a combination of those ideas. The answer to that question will help guide your lesson in the right direction. There is a great place value lesson example in this chapter as well. It is fabulous.
My favorite quote from this chapter, "There are many layers to the differentiating process, but we find it helpful to keep good problem-solving tasks at the forefront of the lesson-design routine."
Happy reading.
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