1. Terry W. Neu, Ph. D. neut@sacredheart.edu

2.  Readiness (simple to complex) or (concrete to abstract)  Rate of learning (pacing)  MI profiles  Learning style preferences  Interests  Reading levels  Organizational abilities  Personality styles

3. Schedule  Whole class times  Student input  Extended time periods  Working around special pull-outs  Independent work times  Exploration and enrichment times

4. Environment  Physical space  Interest centers  Variety of resources  Invitations to learning

5. Organization  Class room rights, responsibilities, and rules  Use of clear positives for establishing routines  Clear expectations and discipline plan

6. Grouping  Whole class  Flexible ability  Novice  Expert  Interest

7. Grouping (continued)  Multi-talent  Jigsaw  Cluster  Friendship  Random

8. Resources  Internet  Soft-ware  Books  Phone  Media and technology

9. Resources (continued)  Videos  Plants  Animals  Collections  Authentic tools of the discipline

10. Resources (continued)  Kits  Art supplies  Science supplies  Building and engineering supplies  Multilevel books

11. Strategies  Compacting  Multiple entry points  Simulations  Demonstrations  Arts integration

12. Strategies (continued)  Problem-based learning  Peer tutoring  Compacting  Contracts  Tiered assignments

13. Strategies (continued)  Open-ended products  Activity/learning/interest centers  Choice boards  Independent study  Mentorships

14. Product  Written   Models   Artwork   Drama   Dance 

15. Product (continued)  Music  Speech  Comedy routine  Comic books  Demonstrations

16.  KWL  Pretest  Webs  Performance  Traditional exams  Rubrics with benchmarks  Student conferencing