Meeting the Needs of All Students through Differentiated Instruction: Helping Every Child Reach and Exceed Standards

Students enter classrooms with different abilities, learning styles, and personalities. Educators are mandated to see that all students meet the standards of our district and state. Through the use of differentiated instruction strategies, educators can meet the needs of all students and help them to meet and exceed the established standards. In this article, the author gives practical examples of how to differentiate content, process, and product for your students. Grouping techniques, assessment strategies, and tiered lessons are also addressed.