DI for the 21 st Century Classroom

Outline of the Two Days

Managing the DI21 Classroom DI for the 21 st Century Classroom 3 Critical Components Managing Flexible Groups Establishing Classroom Norms/ Expectations Managing Materials

Establishing Classroom Norms and Expectations All will be safe and welcomed in the learning space All will be held to high expectations All will be encouraged and supported in taking intellectual risks DI for the 21 st Century Classroom

Activity Based on these three “norms” create 3 examples of how each norm would look in your classroom. DI for the 21 st Century Classroom All will be safe and welcomed in the learning space All will be held to high expectations All will be encouraged and supported in taking intellectual risks Is this an activity your students could do? If so, how would you facilitate that?

Establishing Classroom Norms and Expectations Trust Sharing Belonging Respect Safe & Welcoming High Expectations Encouraged & Supported DI for the 21 st Century Classroom

The Candy Wrapper Lesson Design DI for the 21 st Century Classroom Sweet Spot/Candy Flexible Grouping Instruction For ALL Debriefing/ Reflection For ALL Lesson OpeningLesson Conclusion

Benefits of Group Work Practice in building 21 st Century Skills Cooperation Collaboration Communication Role/risk taking Flexibility Motivation Engagement DI for the 21 st Century Classroom

Managing Flexible Groups DI for the 21 st Century Classroom Resource #28

Activity Look through the handout in your resource guide, Managing Flexible Groups. Identify the sections that you feel most comfortable with and those you feel you need to work on to facilitate classroom management. Share with a partner. DI for the 21 st Century Classroom

Tips for Productive Group Work Clear reasons and benefits Clear rules, procedures and norms Group type matches task outcome Group size fits the function of the task Group membership is flexible “Belonging” activities Group membership is balanced Group leadership is democratic DI for the 21 st Century Classroom

Managing Flexible Groups Types of groups: Interest based Readiness based Learning profile based Random Study Buddy Row/Column DI for the 21 st Century Classroom

Possible Seating Arrangements Teacher 1 2

Sample Room Plan DI for the 21 st Century Classroom

Sample Room Plan

DI for the 21 st Century Classroom Sample Room Plan

Managing Materials Of Differentiate Projects DI for the 21 st Century Classroom

Hallmarks of the DI21st Classroom DI for the 21 st Century Classroom

Final Thoughts Begin with what’s manageable Ensure fidelity of implementation Work with a partner or PLC Give it time Celebrate success!

DI for the 21 st Century Classroom Processing Time

DI for the 21 st Century Classroom Final Exit Ticket new ideas I will implement in my classroom immediately adjustments I will make to the way I teach topic I will continue to study to further my knowledge DI