CHAPTER 9: Identifying Similarities and Differences

“Using Technology with Classroom Instruction that Works.”by Howard Pitler, Elizabeth R. Hubbell, Matt Kuhn and Kim

Malenoski

Chapter Nine - Identifying Similarities and Differences

Suggested Technology:1. Word Processing Applications2. Spreadsheet Software3. Organizing & Brainstorming Software4. Data Collection Tools

Planning Question:

Which Strategies Will Help Students Practice, Review,

and Apply Learning?

�Learning Strategies:Identifying

Similarities and Differences

Chapter Nine - Identifying Similarities and Differences

Identifying Similarities and Differences:McREL’s research supports the

following generalizations:1. Present students with explicit guidance in identifying.2. Should be identified individually.3. Represent similarities and differences in a graphic or

symbolic form.

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Chapter Nine - Identifying Similarities and Differences

Identifying Similarities and Differences:McREL’s Recommendations:

1. Teach comparisons, classifying, metaphors, and analogies.

2. Give a model of steps for engaging in the process.3. Use familiar context.4. Use graphics organizers as a visual

tool.5. Guide students.

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Chapter Nine - Identifying Similarities and Differences

Word Processing Applications:�Use Microsoft Word Drawing toolbar to draw diagrams, charts, or other templates to illustrate similarities and differences, ex: Figure 9.1 – 9.3.● Guide students throughout the process.● Venn Diagrams can be created but

classification tables and templates are the best for illustrating in Microsoft Word.

● Can illustrate to create engaging analogies.○ �Get pictures from Microsoft ClipArt.

Planning Question:

Which Strategies Will Help Students Practice, Review,

and Apply Learning?

�Learning Strategies:Identifying

Similarities and Differences

Chapter Nine - Identifying Similarities and Differences

Spreadsheet Software:● �Spreadsheet software facilitates the

comparison of data.○ Can input formulas into excel for easy

computing.○ Spreadsheet software can be easily

converted to graphs.○ Allows students to visualize trends and

predict future patterns.

Planning Question:

Which Strategies Will Help Students Practice, Review,

and Apply Learning?

�Learning Strategies:Identifying

Similarities and Differences

Chapter Nine - Identifying Similarities and Differences

Organizing and Brainstorming Software:

● �Kidspiration and Inspiration help to visually portray connections, classifications, and to experience deeper insights about the content.

● �Also for great for students who remember facts through nonlinguistic representation, they offer hundreds of graphics.

Planning Question:

Which Strategies Will Help Students Practice, Review,

and Apply Learning?

�Learning Strategies:Identifying

Similarities and Differences

Chapter Nine - Identifying Similarities and Differences

Data Collection Tools:● �Technology is the key to accurate

comparisons.● �A computer interface allows for

easier classification.● �Data can be represented

graphically which allows students to interpret and predict future outcomes.

Planning Question:

Which Strategies Will Help Students Practice, Review,

and Apply Learning?

�Learning Strategies:Identifying

Similarities and Differences