Using Technology to Differentiate Instruction

Wendy Barker

And

Mary Beth Johnson

What are doing today

Developing an understanding of differentiation

Examining and learning several ways to differentiate

Identifying and exploring ways to differentiate using technology

Quiz(Pre-assessing you as ldquothe learnerrdquo)

1 Go to the following link

httpwwwclassmarkercom

2 Type in the username and password given to you

What are doing today

Developing an understanding of differentiation

Examining and learning several ways to differentiate

Identifying and exploring ways to differentiate using technology

Quiz(Pre-assessing you as ldquothe learnerrdquo)

1 Go to the following link

httpwwwclassmarkercom

2 Type in the username and password given to you

Quiz(Pre-assessing you as ldquothe learnerrdquo)

1 Go to the following link

httpwwwclassmarkercom

2 Type in the username and password given to you

Quiz Creators

Quiz Star Subscriptions as low as $250 per month

Quia Educator price of $49 per year

Quizlab Educator price of $4995 Goes down with groups of teachers

httpinfozoomerangcom Ask up to 30 questions and collect up to 100 responses per survey

Results expire after 10 days A professional subscription is only $1995 USDmonth (or only

$20000 USDyear) and includes up to 1000 responses per month httpwwwsurveymonkeycom

Please note that basic subscribers are limited to a total of 10 questions and 100 responses per survey

DifferentiationWhat is it The philosophy that enables

teachers to respond and meet the needs of students

A differentiated classroom provides multiple options for

Taking in information- Content

Making sense of information-Process

Expressing what students learn- Product

Differentiation

Why Helps students meet State and National

Learning Standards Addresses different learning styles and multiple

intelligences Encourages inclusion of all students Allows teacher to reach all of the students some

of the time Allows for diversity among students Fosters social relations and self-worth

Illinois Learning Standards and Goals

ReadingSTATE GOAL 1 Read with understanding and

fluency

STATE GOAL 3 Write to communicate for a variety of purposes

STATE GOAL 5 Use the language arts to acquire assess and communicate information

We will touch on other content learning areas and allow you to explore materials in other areas

Technology Standards for All Illinois TeachersSTANDARD 1 - Basic ComputerTechnology Operations and

ConceptsThe competent teacher will use computer systems to run software to

access generate and manipulate data and to publish results He or she will also evaluate performance of hardware and software components of computer systems and apply basic trouble-shooting strategies as needed

STANDARD 2 - Personal and Professional Use of TechnologyThe competent teacher will apply tools for enhancing personal

professional growth and productivity will use technology in communicating collaborating conducting research and solving problems and will promote equitable ethical and legal use of computertechnology resources

STANDARD 3 - Application of Technology in InstructionThe competent teacher will apply learning technologies that support

instruction in his or her grade level and subject areas He or she must plan and deliver instructional units that integrate a variety of software applications and learning tools Lessons developed must reflect effective grouping and assessment strategies for diverse populations

Learning Styles

Know the learnerTake this learning style quizhttpwwwberghuisconzabiatorlsilsitest2html

What strategies help different type of learners

The Visual Verbal Learning Style The Visual Nonverbal Learning Style The Tactile Kinesthetic Learning StyleThe Auditory Verbal Learning Style

Multiple Intelligences-see handouts for ideas

Differentiation

Why Helps students meet State and National

Learning Standards Addresses different learning styles and multiple

intelligences Encourages inclusion of all students Allows teacher to reach all of the students some

of the time Allows for diversity among students Fosters social relations and self-worth

Illinois Learning Standards and Goals

ReadingSTATE GOAL 1 Read with understanding and

fluency

STATE GOAL 3 Write to communicate for a variety of purposes

STATE GOAL 5 Use the language arts to acquire assess and communicate information

We will touch on other content learning areas and allow you to explore materials in other areas

Technology Standards for All Illinois TeachersSTANDARD 1 - Basic ComputerTechnology Operations and

ConceptsThe competent teacher will use computer systems to run software to

access generate and manipulate data and to publish results He or she will also evaluate performance of hardware and software components of computer systems and apply basic trouble-shooting strategies as needed

STANDARD 2 - Personal and Professional Use of TechnologyThe competent teacher will apply tools for enhancing personal

professional growth and productivity will use technology in communicating collaborating conducting research and solving problems and will promote equitable ethical and legal use of computertechnology resources

STANDARD 3 - Application of Technology in InstructionThe competent teacher will apply learning technologies that support

instruction in his or her grade level and subject areas He or she must plan and deliver instructional units that integrate a variety of software applications and learning tools Lessons developed must reflect effective grouping and assessment strategies for diverse populations

Learning Styles

Know the learnerTake this learning style quizhttpwwwberghuisconzabiatorlsilsitest2html

What strategies help different type of learners

The Visual Verbal Learning Style The Visual Nonverbal Learning Style The Tactile Kinesthetic Learning StyleThe Auditory Verbal Learning Style

Multiple Intelligences-see handouts for ideas

Illinois Learning Standards and Goals

ReadingSTATE GOAL 1 Read with understanding and

fluency

STATE GOAL 3 Write to communicate for a variety of purposes

STATE GOAL 5 Use the language arts to acquire assess and communicate information

We will touch on other content learning areas and allow you to explore materials in other areas

Technology Standards for All Illinois TeachersSTANDARD 1 - Basic ComputerTechnology Operations and

ConceptsThe competent teacher will use computer systems to run software to

access generate and manipulate data and to publish results He or she will also evaluate performance of hardware and software components of computer systems and apply basic trouble-shooting strategies as needed

STANDARD 2 - Personal and Professional Use of TechnologyThe competent teacher will apply tools for enhancing personal

professional growth and productivity will use technology in communicating collaborating conducting research and solving problems and will promote equitable ethical and legal use of computertechnology resources

STANDARD 3 - Application of Technology in InstructionThe competent teacher will apply learning technologies that support

instruction in his or her grade level and subject areas He or she must plan and deliver instructional units that integrate a variety of software applications and learning tools Lessons developed must reflect effective grouping and assessment strategies for diverse populations

Learning Styles

Know the learnerTake this learning style quizhttpwwwberghuisconzabiatorlsilsitest2html

What strategies help different type of learners

The Visual Verbal Learning Style The Visual Nonverbal Learning Style The Tactile Kinesthetic Learning StyleThe Auditory Verbal Learning Style

Multiple Intelligences-see handouts for ideas

Technology Standards for All Illinois TeachersSTANDARD 1 - Basic ComputerTechnology Operations and

ConceptsThe competent teacher will use computer systems to run software to

access generate and manipulate data and to publish results He or she will also evaluate performance of hardware and software components of computer systems and apply basic trouble-shooting strategies as needed

STANDARD 2 - Personal and Professional Use of TechnologyThe competent teacher will apply tools for enhancing personal

professional growth and productivity will use technology in communicating collaborating conducting research and solving problems and will promote equitable ethical and legal use of computertechnology resources

STANDARD 3 - Application of Technology in InstructionThe competent teacher will apply learning technologies that support

instruction in his or her grade level and subject areas He or she must plan and deliver instructional units that integrate a variety of software applications and learning tools Lessons developed must reflect effective grouping and assessment strategies for diverse populations

Learning Styles

Know the learnerTake this learning style quizhttpwwwberghuisconzabiatorlsilsitest2html

What strategies help different type of learners

The Visual Verbal Learning Style The Visual Nonverbal Learning Style The Tactile Kinesthetic Learning StyleThe Auditory Verbal Learning Style

Multiple Intelligences-see handouts for ideas

Learning Styles

Know the learnerTake this learning style quizhttpwwwberghuisconzabiatorlsilsitest2html

What strategies help different type of learners

The Visual Verbal Learning Style The Visual Nonverbal Learning Style The Tactile Kinesthetic Learning StyleThe Auditory Verbal Learning Style

Multiple Intelligences-see handouts for ideas

Letrsquos Share

What are you already doing in the classrooms to address the different learning needs of your students

without technology with technology

Differentiation- How

Utilize the Six-Step Planning Model (handout)

Options MenusChoice Boards Student Learning Centers Community Volunteers Adjustable or Tiered Assignment Centers Flexible Groups Use of Classroom Space Questions and Prompts

Do you use a variety of these

Types of Technology

Webquests Online Projects Websites Wikis and Blogs Software

Webquests ndashWhat are they

A teacher designed Internet lesson developed with

bullSpecific learning goals

bullRelated Internet links

bullGuidelines that support students in cooperative research or problem solving process

Webquests Webquests can be differentiated based on student readiness

interest andor learning preferences Students can be given choices about which activity or group they

participate in Teachers can also guide students to certain activities or groups

based on pre-assessments Requires higher level thinking not simply summarizing This

includes synthesis analysis problem-solving creativity and judgment

Isnt just a series of web-based experiences Having learners go look at this page then go play this game then go here and turn your name into hieroglyphs doesnt require higher level thinking skills and so by definition isnt a WebQuest

Great Resource for Webquests httpwebquestorgindex-resourcesphp

eMINTS National Center

Differentiation- How

Utilize the Six-Step Planning Model (handout)

Options MenusChoice Boards Student Learning Centers Community Volunteers Adjustable or Tiered Assignment Centers Flexible Groups Use of Classroom Space Questions and Prompts

Do you use a variety of these

Types of Technology

Webquests Online Projects Websites Wikis and Blogs Software

Webquests ndashWhat are they

A teacher designed Internet lesson developed with

bullSpecific learning goals

bullRelated Internet links

bullGuidelines that support students in cooperative research or problem solving process

Webquests Webquests can be differentiated based on student readiness

interest andor learning preferences Students can be given choices about which activity or group they

participate in Teachers can also guide students to certain activities or groups

based on pre-assessments Requires higher level thinking not simply summarizing This

includes synthesis analysis problem-solving creativity and judgment

Isnt just a series of web-based experiences Having learners go look at this page then go play this game then go here and turn your name into hieroglyphs doesnt require higher level thinking skills and so by definition isnt a WebQuest

Great Resource for Webquests httpwebquestorgindex-resourcesphp

eMINTS National Center

Do you use a variety of these

Types of Technology

Webquests Online Projects Websites Wikis and Blogs Software

Webquests ndashWhat are they

A teacher designed Internet lesson developed with

bullSpecific learning goals

bullRelated Internet links

bullGuidelines that support students in cooperative research or problem solving process

Webquests Webquests can be differentiated based on student readiness

interest andor learning preferences Students can be given choices about which activity or group they

participate in Teachers can also guide students to certain activities or groups

based on pre-assessments Requires higher level thinking not simply summarizing This

includes synthesis analysis problem-solving creativity and judgment

Isnt just a series of web-based experiences Having learners go look at this page then go play this game then go here and turn your name into hieroglyphs doesnt require higher level thinking skills and so by definition isnt a WebQuest

Great Resource for Webquests httpwebquestorgindex-resourcesphp

eMINTS National Center

Types of Technology

Webquests Online Projects Websites Wikis and Blogs Software

Webquests ndashWhat are they

A teacher designed Internet lesson developed with

bullSpecific learning goals

bullRelated Internet links

bullGuidelines that support students in cooperative research or problem solving process

Webquests Webquests can be differentiated based on student readiness

interest andor learning preferences Students can be given choices about which activity or group they

participate in Teachers can also guide students to certain activities or groups

based on pre-assessments Requires higher level thinking not simply summarizing This

includes synthesis analysis problem-solving creativity and judgment

Isnt just a series of web-based experiences Having learners go look at this page then go play this game then go here and turn your name into hieroglyphs doesnt require higher level thinking skills and so by definition isnt a WebQuest

Great Resource for Webquests httpwebquestorgindex-resourcesphp

eMINTS National Center

Webquests ndashWhat are they

A teacher designed Internet lesson developed with

bullSpecific learning goals

bullRelated Internet links

bullGuidelines that support students in cooperative research or problem solving process

Webquests Webquests can be differentiated based on student readiness

interest andor learning preferences Students can be given choices about which activity or group they

participate in Teachers can also guide students to certain activities or groups

based on pre-assessments Requires higher level thinking not simply summarizing This

includes synthesis analysis problem-solving creativity and judgment

Isnt just a series of web-based experiences Having learners go look at this page then go play this game then go here and turn your name into hieroglyphs doesnt require higher level thinking skills and so by definition isnt a WebQuest

Great Resource for Webquests httpwebquestorgindex-resourcesphp

eMINTS National Center

Webquests Webquests can be differentiated based on student readiness

interest andor learning preferences Students can be given choices about which activity or group they

participate in Teachers can also guide students to certain activities or groups

based on pre-assessments Requires higher level thinking not simply summarizing This

includes synthesis analysis problem-solving creativity and judgment

Isnt just a series of web-based experiences Having learners go look at this page then go play this game then go here and turn your name into hieroglyphs doesnt require higher level thinking skills and so by definition isnt a WebQuest

Great Resource for Webquests httpwebquestorgindex-resourcesphp

eMINTS National Center

Webquests Examples-Middle School

Cinderella -6-8th grade Social Studies

Each student has a specific role and must collaborate to share information

Authentic audience-can read to elementary students

Extreme Ostrich Makeover -6-8th grade Science

Differentiated by level of ability

Fahrenheit 451 ndash 6-8th grade English

Differentiated by content

Elements of a good WebQuest

Motivating Task Division of Roles IndividualGroup Appropriate of links to grade level

web sites (with appropriate text level)

Daily Accountability Product that requires synthesis Realistic Timelines

Online Projects

Online Projects can be another way to utilize technology in your differentiated classroom

Online Projects

Use collaboration

Connect students to people and places outside the classroom community

Use real-time data to assist with solving real-life problems

Online Projects Sites to find projects

httpwwwketorgEducationINprojectshtml httpwwwremc11k12miusbstpract ldquoThe Collaboratory is an easy-to-use web-based collaborative

environment that teachers use to develop project-based activities that are linked to Illinois Learning Standardsrdquo

Project Examples

Monster Exchange -Language Arts Grade 2+ Differentiated by interestIditarod Project ndash All subjects Grades K-12 Can be imbedded in all aspects of curriculumHuman Genetics Project -MathScience Grades 3-6 ldquoPoolsrdquo data from around the world Landmark Game- Social Science Grades 2-8 Very motivating game like setting

Online Projects

Online Projects can be another way to utilize technology in your differentiated classroom

Online Projects

Use collaboration

Connect students to people and places outside the classroom community

Use real-time data to assist with solving real-life problems

Online Projects Sites to find projects

httpwwwketorgEducationINprojectshtml httpwwwremc11k12miusbstpract ldquoThe Collaboratory is an easy-to-use web-based collaborative

environment that teachers use to develop project-based activities that are linked to Illinois Learning Standardsrdquo

Project Examples

Monster Exchange -Language Arts Grade 2+ Differentiated by interestIditarod Project ndash All subjects Grades K-12 Can be imbedded in all aspects of curriculumHuman Genetics Project -MathScience Grades 3-6 ldquoPoolsrdquo data from around the world Landmark Game- Social Science Grades 2-8 Very motivating game like setting

Online Projects Sites to find projects

httpwwwketorgEducationINprojectshtml httpwwwremc11k12miusbstpract ldquoThe Collaboratory is an easy-to-use web-based collaborative

environment that teachers use to develop project-based activities that are linked to Illinois Learning Standardsrdquo

Project Examples

Monster Exchange -Language Arts Grade 2+ Differentiated by interestIditarod Project ndash All subjects Grades K-12 Can be imbedded in all aspects of curriculumHuman Genetics Project -MathScience Grades 3-6 ldquoPoolsrdquo data from around the world Landmark Game- Social Science Grades 2-8 Very motivating game like setting

Web Sites

Links for Middle Schoolers Interactive Web Sites Recommended Web Sites for Middle School FunBrain ndash games and flashcards BrainPop ndash hundreds of movies and activities on all subjects

including current events with pre and post quizzes

Video links TeacherTube

Teachers can post videos designed for students to view in order to learn a concept or skill

United StreamingTeachers gain access to a rich collection of more than 50000 video segments from among 5000 full-length educational videos from Discovery School and other award-winning producers

Web sites - Continued

Interactive Writing Essay Map ndashstep by step tool to help write essays Essay Punch ndash guided writing program Writing Fix ndash interactive writing prompts Writing for grades K-2 - (K-2 focus) Tools for writing persuasive writing - (persuasive gr6+)

Writing to Communicate Deerfield Public Library and Global Book Club (grades 6-8) Virtual Book clubs Epals (all grade levelsmdashvarious possibilities)

What is a Blog A blog is a type of website that is usually arranged in

chronological order from the most recent lsquopostrsquo (or entry) at the top of the main page to the older entries towards the bottom

Blogs are usually (but not always) written by one person

Are updated pretty regularly Are often (but not always) written on a particular

topic Have archives and places for others to add

commentsLooking for blog choices httpwwwedublogsorg

httpswwwbloggercom httpclassblogmeistercom

What is a wiki(pronounced wicky or weeky) (wiki wiki means ldquorapidlyrdquo in the Hawaiian language)

A website or similar online resource which allows users to add and edit content collectively

Students can make a website without any technical knowledge

Anyone can access and edit it Can track changes that have been made (compare

side by side) Allows teachers and peers to see the evolution of

the paper or project and continually comment on it rather than offering comments only on the final draft

Gives immediate access to most recent revision

ExamplesWiki Examples

Our Favorite Foods Graph ndash Grades 1-2-get input from the community

Terry the Tennis Ball- Grades 3-4-allows students to publish anytime anywhere

Our Hockey Story ndash Grade 1-allows input from other teachers and students

6th Grade Code Blue ndash Grade 6-allows teacher to compare drafts-incorporates graphics

Blog examples Indiana Mysteries ndash Elementary Science

-can include experts in the field Guerilla Season Book Blog and Video ndash 8th Grade History

-can incorporate other schools Debates ndash Middle School Social Studies

-allows students to comment and read what others have to say MedievalSpace Pages ndash Middle School

-students get into character

ExamplesWiki Examples

Our Favorite Foods Graph ndash Grades 1-2-get input from the community

Terry the Tennis Ball- Grades 3-4-allows students to publish anytime anywhere

Our Hockey Story ndash Grade 1-allows input from other teachers and students

6th Grade Code Blue ndash Grade 6-allows teacher to compare drafts-incorporates graphics

Blog examples Indiana Mysteries ndash Elementary Science

-can include experts in the field Guerilla Season Book Blog and Video ndash 8th Grade History

-can incorporate other schools Debates ndash Middle School Social Studies

-allows students to comment and read what others have to say MedievalSpace Pages ndash Middle School

-students get into character

How else can students use a wiki

Have students use a wiki space to plan the details of a field trip to make it as educationally fulfilling as possible

Writing a grant Throw out a brainstorming page for the school community to help edit

Let students manage an Earth Day projectmdashtasks goals responsibilities and so on Be sure to alert the community so anyone can join in

Collaborate on an international unit or even a spring e-pal exchange using a themed wiki

Do something personalmdashplan a vacation agenda with links and enable access for friends yoursquoll visit along the way so they too can edit your schedule

How would you use a wiki Or a bloghttpwwwedutopiaorgnode4003

Software

Text to Speech Wordtalk (free)

Video

Merriam Webster On Line

httpwwwmerriam-webstercom

Writing with Symbols Clicker 5 Inspiration Microsoft Word Digital Text (Some titles available for check out at the ROE)

Software

Writing with Symbols -allows you to type words with the option of having picture symbols appear with each word

Picture stories for emerging readers Picture strips to use with reading books and everyday class curriculum to help with the inclusion of a special student Picture directions for guidance Picture recipes for independence Picture schedules to promote organization Custom wordlists for specific vocabularies Social stories

SoftwareClicker 5 Clicker is a writing support and multimedia tool

it enables you to write with whole words phrases or pictures

Software

Inspiration Students build graphic organizers by combining pictures text and

spoken words to represent thoughts and information

Improve 6th to 12th grade skills Plan and organize Research and evaluate Comprehend and communicate

Examples Vocabulary Web One Vocabulary Web Two Vocabulary Web Three

Text adaptations with Word

Adapt the text from the internetHighlight copy text then paste into a Word

document Remove difficult vocabulary underlinebold print

important words Enlarge the font add more

spacingparagraphing add color background (light yellow blue) highlight text

Keep sentences short repeat key ideasparaphrase

Add examples or a picture

Text Adaptations with Word

OutliningOrganize thoughts before writing

Insert text boxes and graphicsUse Word as a graphic organizer

Determine readability of textHelps teachers determine level of e-text inspires

kids to improve writing

Computer-generated summariesEssential content for students to pre-read

Graphic Organizers in Word

Make graphic organizers

Have kids organize short texts or paragraphs Insert

Diagram Chart Table

HowCouldYouUse

This

What potential lessons and ideas

do you have

How do I find the readability level1 On the Tools menu click Options and click the Spelling amp

Grammar tab 2 Select the Show readability statistics check box and then click

OK 3 On the Tools menu click Spelling and Grammar 4 When Microsoftreg Word finishes checking spelling and grammar it

displays information about the reading level of the document

Readability Example-6th Grade Whale Webquest

Auto Summarize Example

Lexile Levels----ISAT score reports now contain Lexile levelsThe Lexile site httpwwwlexilecomDesktopDefaultaspxview=edamptabindex=2amptabid=16More about lexiles and resources to collect titles for studentsparents httpwwwlexilecomfindabookEducatorsaspx

Software

Text to Speech Wordtalk (free)

Video

Merriam Webster On Line

httpwwwmerriam-webstercom

Writing with Symbols Clicker 5 Inspiration Microsoft Word Digital Text (Some titles available for check out at the ROE)

Software

Writing with Symbols -allows you to type words with the option of having picture symbols appear with each word

Picture stories for emerging readers Picture strips to use with reading books and everyday class curriculum to help with the inclusion of a special student Picture directions for guidance Picture recipes for independence Picture schedules to promote organization Custom wordlists for specific vocabularies Social stories

SoftwareClicker 5 Clicker is a writing support and multimedia tool

it enables you to write with whole words phrases or pictures

Software

Inspiration Students build graphic organizers by combining pictures text and

spoken words to represent thoughts and information

Improve 6th to 12th grade skills Plan and organize Research and evaluate Comprehend and communicate

Examples Vocabulary Web One Vocabulary Web Two Vocabulary Web Three

Text adaptations with Word

Adapt the text from the internetHighlight copy text then paste into a Word

document Remove difficult vocabulary underlinebold print

important words Enlarge the font add more

spacingparagraphing add color background (light yellow blue) highlight text

Keep sentences short repeat key ideasparaphrase

Add examples or a picture

Text Adaptations with Word

OutliningOrganize thoughts before writing

Insert text boxes and graphicsUse Word as a graphic organizer

Determine readability of textHelps teachers determine level of e-text inspires

kids to improve writing

Computer-generated summariesEssential content for students to pre-read

Graphic Organizers in Word

Make graphic organizers

Have kids organize short texts or paragraphs Insert

Diagram Chart Table

HowCouldYouUse

This

What potential lessons and ideas

do you have

How do I find the readability level1 On the Tools menu click Options and click the Spelling amp

Grammar tab 2 Select the Show readability statistics check box and then click

OK 3 On the Tools menu click Spelling and Grammar 4 When Microsoftreg Word finishes checking spelling and grammar it

displays information about the reading level of the document

Readability Example-6th Grade Whale Webquest

Auto Summarize Example

Lexile Levels----ISAT score reports now contain Lexile levelsThe Lexile site httpwwwlexilecomDesktopDefaultaspxview=edamptabindex=2amptabid=16More about lexiles and resources to collect titles for studentsparents httpwwwlexilecomfindabookEducatorsaspx

Software

Writing with Symbols -allows you to type words with the option of having picture symbols appear with each word

Picture stories for emerging readers Picture strips to use with reading books and everyday class curriculum to help with the inclusion of a special student Picture directions for guidance Picture recipes for independence Picture schedules to promote organization Custom wordlists for specific vocabularies Social stories

SoftwareClicker 5 Clicker is a writing support and multimedia tool

it enables you to write with whole words phrases or pictures

Software

Inspiration Students build graphic organizers by combining pictures text and

spoken words to represent thoughts and information

Improve 6th to 12th grade skills Plan and organize Research and evaluate Comprehend and communicate

Examples Vocabulary Web One Vocabulary Web Two Vocabulary Web Three

Text adaptations with Word

Adapt the text from the internetHighlight copy text then paste into a Word

document Remove difficult vocabulary underlinebold print

important words Enlarge the font add more

spacingparagraphing add color background (light yellow blue) highlight text

Keep sentences short repeat key ideasparaphrase

Add examples or a picture

Text Adaptations with Word

OutliningOrganize thoughts before writing

Insert text boxes and graphicsUse Word as a graphic organizer

Determine readability of textHelps teachers determine level of e-text inspires

kids to improve writing

Computer-generated summariesEssential content for students to pre-read

Graphic Organizers in Word

Make graphic organizers

Have kids organize short texts or paragraphs Insert

Diagram Chart Table

HowCouldYouUse

This

What potential lessons and ideas

do you have

How do I find the readability level1 On the Tools menu click Options and click the Spelling amp

Grammar tab 2 Select the Show readability statistics check box and then click

OK 3 On the Tools menu click Spelling and Grammar 4 When Microsoftreg Word finishes checking spelling and grammar it

displays information about the reading level of the document

Readability Example-6th Grade Whale Webquest

Auto Summarize Example

Lexile Levels----ISAT score reports now contain Lexile levelsThe Lexile site httpwwwlexilecomDesktopDefaultaspxview=edamptabindex=2amptabid=16More about lexiles and resources to collect titles for studentsparents httpwwwlexilecomfindabookEducatorsaspx

SoftwareClicker 5 Clicker is a writing support and multimedia tool

it enables you to write with whole words phrases or pictures

Software

Inspiration Students build graphic organizers by combining pictures text and

spoken words to represent thoughts and information

Improve 6th to 12th grade skills Plan and organize Research and evaluate Comprehend and communicate

Examples Vocabulary Web One Vocabulary Web Two Vocabulary Web Three

Text adaptations with Word

Adapt the text from the internetHighlight copy text then paste into a Word

document Remove difficult vocabulary underlinebold print

important words Enlarge the font add more

spacingparagraphing add color background (light yellow blue) highlight text

Keep sentences short repeat key ideasparaphrase

Add examples or a picture

Text Adaptations with Word

OutliningOrganize thoughts before writing

Insert text boxes and graphicsUse Word as a graphic organizer

Determine readability of textHelps teachers determine level of e-text inspires

kids to improve writing

Computer-generated summariesEssential content for students to pre-read

Graphic Organizers in Word

Make graphic organizers

Have kids organize short texts or paragraphs Insert

Diagram Chart Table

HowCouldYouUse

This

What potential lessons and ideas

do you have

How do I find the readability level1 On the Tools menu click Options and click the Spelling amp

Grammar tab 2 Select the Show readability statistics check box and then click

OK 3 On the Tools menu click Spelling and Grammar 4 When Microsoftreg Word finishes checking spelling and grammar it

displays information about the reading level of the document

Readability Example-6th Grade Whale Webquest

Auto Summarize Example

Lexile Levels----ISAT score reports now contain Lexile levelsThe Lexile site httpwwwlexilecomDesktopDefaultaspxview=edamptabindex=2amptabid=16More about lexiles and resources to collect titles for studentsparents httpwwwlexilecomfindabookEducatorsaspx

Software

Inspiration Students build graphic organizers by combining pictures text and

spoken words to represent thoughts and information

Improve 6th to 12th grade skills Plan and organize Research and evaluate Comprehend and communicate

Examples Vocabulary Web One Vocabulary Web Two Vocabulary Web Three

Text adaptations with Word

Adapt the text from the internetHighlight copy text then paste into a Word

document Remove difficult vocabulary underlinebold print

important words Enlarge the font add more

spacingparagraphing add color background (light yellow blue) highlight text

Keep sentences short repeat key ideasparaphrase

Add examples or a picture

Text Adaptations with Word

OutliningOrganize thoughts before writing

Insert text boxes and graphicsUse Word as a graphic organizer

Determine readability of textHelps teachers determine level of e-text inspires

kids to improve writing

Computer-generated summariesEssential content for students to pre-read

Graphic Organizers in Word

Make graphic organizers

Have kids organize short texts or paragraphs Insert

Diagram Chart Table

HowCouldYouUse

This

What potential lessons and ideas

do you have

How do I find the readability level1 On the Tools menu click Options and click the Spelling amp

Grammar tab 2 Select the Show readability statistics check box and then click

OK 3 On the Tools menu click Spelling and Grammar 4 When Microsoftreg Word finishes checking spelling and grammar it

displays information about the reading level of the document

Readability Example-6th Grade Whale Webquest

Auto Summarize Example

Lexile Levels----ISAT score reports now contain Lexile levelsThe Lexile site httpwwwlexilecomDesktopDefaultaspxview=edamptabindex=2amptabid=16More about lexiles and resources to collect titles for studentsparents httpwwwlexilecomfindabookEducatorsaspx

Text adaptations with Word

Adapt the text from the internetHighlight copy text then paste into a Word

document Remove difficult vocabulary underlinebold print

important words Enlarge the font add more

spacingparagraphing add color background (light yellow blue) highlight text

Keep sentences short repeat key ideasparaphrase

Add examples or a picture

Text Adaptations with Word

OutliningOrganize thoughts before writing

Insert text boxes and graphicsUse Word as a graphic organizer

Determine readability of textHelps teachers determine level of e-text inspires

kids to improve writing

Computer-generated summariesEssential content for students to pre-read

Graphic Organizers in Word

Make graphic organizers

Have kids organize short texts or paragraphs Insert

Diagram Chart Table

HowCouldYouUse

This

What potential lessons and ideas

do you have

How do I find the readability level1 On the Tools menu click Options and click the Spelling amp

Grammar tab 2 Select the Show readability statistics check box and then click

OK 3 On the Tools menu click Spelling and Grammar 4 When Microsoftreg Word finishes checking spelling and grammar it

displays information about the reading level of the document

Readability Example-6th Grade Whale Webquest

Auto Summarize Example

Lexile Levels----ISAT score reports now contain Lexile levelsThe Lexile site httpwwwlexilecomDesktopDefaultaspxview=edamptabindex=2amptabid=16More about lexiles and resources to collect titles for studentsparents httpwwwlexilecomfindabookEducatorsaspx

Text Adaptations with Word

OutliningOrganize thoughts before writing

Insert text boxes and graphicsUse Word as a graphic organizer

Determine readability of textHelps teachers determine level of e-text inspires

kids to improve writing

Computer-generated summariesEssential content for students to pre-read

Graphic Organizers in Word

Make graphic organizers

Have kids organize short texts or paragraphs Insert

Diagram Chart Table

HowCouldYouUse

This

What potential lessons and ideas

do you have

How do I find the readability level1 On the Tools menu click Options and click the Spelling amp

Grammar tab 2 Select the Show readability statistics check box and then click

OK 3 On the Tools menu click Spelling and Grammar 4 When Microsoftreg Word finishes checking spelling and grammar it

displays information about the reading level of the document

Readability Example-6th Grade Whale Webquest

Auto Summarize Example

Lexile Levels----ISAT score reports now contain Lexile levelsThe Lexile site httpwwwlexilecomDesktopDefaultaspxview=edamptabindex=2amptabid=16More about lexiles and resources to collect titles for studentsparents httpwwwlexilecomfindabookEducatorsaspx

Graphic Organizers in Word

Make graphic organizers

Have kids organize short texts or paragraphs Insert

Diagram Chart Table

HowCouldYouUse

This

What potential lessons and ideas

do you have

How do I find the readability level1 On the Tools menu click Options and click the Spelling amp

Grammar tab 2 Select the Show readability statistics check box and then click

OK 3 On the Tools menu click Spelling and Grammar 4 When Microsoftreg Word finishes checking spelling and grammar it

displays information about the reading level of the document

Readability Example-6th Grade Whale Webquest

Auto Summarize Example

Lexile Levels----ISAT score reports now contain Lexile levelsThe Lexile site httpwwwlexilecomDesktopDefaultaspxview=edamptabindex=2amptabid=16More about lexiles and resources to collect titles for studentsparents httpwwwlexilecomfindabookEducatorsaspx

How do I find the readability level1 On the Tools menu click Options and click the Spelling amp

Grammar tab 2 Select the Show readability statistics check box and then click

OK 3 On the Tools menu click Spelling and Grammar 4 When Microsoftreg Word finishes checking spelling and grammar it

displays information about the reading level of the document

Readability Example-6th Grade Whale Webquest

Auto Summarize Example

Lexile Levels----ISAT score reports now contain Lexile levelsThe Lexile site httpwwwlexilecomDesktopDefaultaspxview=edamptabindex=2amptabid=16More about lexiles and resources to collect titles for studentsparents httpwwwlexilecomfindabookEducatorsaspx

Digital Text

Who does it helpThink of one or more of your students who would benefit if

the text was larger or easier to see

they could hear text read aloud

they could highlight or cut and paste the important points or mark words that were unclear

there was a summary of the article that could be read before reading the whole piece

Digital Text Examples

Internet Public Library Project Gutenberg University of Virginias e-Book Library httpwwwicdlbooksorg International Childrenrsquos Library httpwwwaesopfablescom (collection of Aesop fables

elementary-middle level) httpintersectuoregoneduDigitalLibrarylibrarieshtml

(This website links to many libraries) httpwwwmagickeyscombooksindexhtml (K-8

stories) httpeduscapescomtaptopic93htm (Gives many links

to books for audio andor text) httpwwwstorylineonlinenet (Screen Actors Guild

video streamingpicture books)

Digital Text Examples

Internet Public Library Project Gutenberg University of Virginias e-Book Library httpwwwicdlbooksorg International Childrenrsquos Library httpwwwaesopfablescom (collection of Aesop fables

elementary-middle level) httpintersectuoregoneduDigitalLibrarylibrarieshtml

(This website links to many libraries) httpwwwmagickeyscombooksindexhtml (K-8

stories) httpeduscapescomtaptopic93htm (Gives many links

to books for audio andor text) httpwwwstorylineonlinenet (Screen Actors Guild

video streamingpicture books)

Planning (with the end in mind)

Rubricshttprubistar4teachersorgindexphphttpwwwteach-nologycomhttpwwwrubrics4teacherscom

Example

CompareContrast Assignment

Plan for accountability

Do you have a plan for keeping students accountable for learning with technology use

Not just surfing to research in open ended way

Do students have some way to record what they are learning and evaluate it (word document chart organizer notes etc)

How much time will you allocate and when do you monitorconference with progress

ClassroomComputer Management Tips

Think about and discuss any management issues that will need to be considered

1048708 Behavioral expectations 1048708Computer resources 1048708Computer procedures for individual work 1048708Where will the work be kept that is not yet finished 1048708Where will the completed work go

Set up classroom expectations 1048708Classroom arrangements 1048708Internet safety tips 1048708Picture amp student work permission forms 1048708Loss of computer privileges for inappropriate choices 1048708Jobs ndashldquoDriverrdquo and ldquoNavigatorrdquo 1048708Attention code ldquoPut your mice to sleeprdquo

What can technology do for your classroom

Excite WebQuests provide an inquiry-based learning environment that brings meaning and excitement to classroom activities

Enhance Technology can provide scenarios and interdisciplinary connections to enhance learning

Engage Real-world data engage students in activities Interactive projects simulations and what-if situations encourage students to ask questions and seek answers

Explore the games and activities at Scholastic Experiment Technology can provide information and tools to help

students identify problems brainstorm ideas discuss possibilities test ideas and draw conclusions Many opportunities to experiment are available online through projects such as Earth Observatory at NASA

Exchange Help students reach out to the world through global communications Participating in projects help students exchange ideas understandings experiences perspectives and interest Use tools such as epals to make email connections

Explore Many students travel no farther than the local mall Technology can provide experiences visiting places around the world Virtual Field Trips can provide these adventures

ClassroomComputer Management Tips

Think about and discuss any management issues that will need to be considered

1048708 Behavioral expectations 1048708Computer resources 1048708Computer procedures for individual work 1048708Where will the work be kept that is not yet finished 1048708Where will the completed work go

Set up classroom expectations 1048708Classroom arrangements 1048708Internet safety tips 1048708Picture amp student work permission forms 1048708Loss of computer privileges for inappropriate choices 1048708Jobs ndashldquoDriverrdquo and ldquoNavigatorrdquo 1048708Attention code ldquoPut your mice to sleeprdquo

What can technology do for your classroom

Excite WebQuests provide an inquiry-based learning environment that brings meaning and excitement to classroom activities

Enhance Technology can provide scenarios and interdisciplinary connections to enhance learning

Engage Real-world data engage students in activities Interactive projects simulations and what-if situations encourage students to ask questions and seek answers

Explore the games and activities at Scholastic Experiment Technology can provide information and tools to help

students identify problems brainstorm ideas discuss possibilities test ideas and draw conclusions Many opportunities to experiment are available online through projects such as Earth Observatory at NASA

Exchange Help students reach out to the world through global communications Participating in projects help students exchange ideas understandings experiences perspectives and interest Use tools such as epals to make email connections

Explore Many students travel no farther than the local mall Technology can provide experiences visiting places around the world Virtual Field Trips can provide these adventures

What can technology do for your classroom

Excite WebQuests provide an inquiry-based learning environment that brings meaning and excitement to classroom activities

Enhance Technology can provide scenarios and interdisciplinary connections to enhance learning

Engage Real-world data engage students in activities Interactive projects simulations and what-if situations encourage students to ask questions and seek answers

Explore the games and activities at Scholastic Experiment Technology can provide information and tools to help

students identify problems brainstorm ideas discuss possibilities test ideas and draw conclusions Many opportunities to experiment are available online through projects such as Earth Observatory at NASA

Exchange Help students reach out to the world through global communications Participating in projects help students exchange ideas understandings experiences perspectives and interest Use tools such as epals to make email connections

Explore Many students travel no farther than the local mall Technology can provide experiences visiting places around the world Virtual Field Trips can provide these adventures

Your HOMEWORK

Take the time to explore more of the links provided

Make a plan which utilizes the components of differentiation with technology for use this fall

Read your free gift to discover more on differentiation and technology

Share with your colleagues

At the ROE Resource Library

Marco Polo - linked sites and lessons for literacy Science Social Studies Math (a resource binder is available for checkout)

Tom Snyder ProductionsmdashTimeliner 50 (software for timelines) Reading for Meaning (software for comprehension grades 3-8)Mapmakerrsquos Toolkit

Other resources by topic or subject

At the ROE Resource Library

Marco Polo - linked sites and lessons for literacy Science Social Studies Math (a resource binder is available for checkout)

Tom Snyder ProductionsmdashTimeliner 50 (software for timelines) Reading for Meaning (software for comprehension grades 3-8)Mapmakerrsquos Toolkit

Other resources by topic or subject

Todayrsquos Wiki

httpsroedifferentationwikispacescom

Explore later on your ownReading Is Fundamental (Elementary)

Story samplers Reading and Cross curricular activities based on Themes

httpwwwriforgeducatorsactivitiesstorysamplersdefaultmspxEducational activitieswriting onlinehttpwwwriforgeducatorsactivitiesonlinemspxActivities games stations for kids ldquoReading

PlanetrdquohttpwwwriforgreadingplanetdefaultmspxAlso the RIF site has other resources for teachers

and parents worth checking out wwwriforg

Explore later on your ownReading Is Fundamental (Elementary)

Story samplers Reading and Cross curricular activities based on Themes

httpwwwriforgeducatorsactivitiesstorysamplersdefaultmspxEducational activitieswriting onlinehttpwwwriforgeducatorsactivitiesonlinemspxActivities games stations for kids ldquoReading

PlanetrdquohttpwwwriforgreadingplanetdefaultmspxAlso the RIF site has other resources for teachers

and parents worth checking out wwwriforg

Explore later

More great resources for teachers Funbrain ndash Fun and skill building activities for all subjects Tools for Teachers ndash Amazing website for teachers Enchanted Learning ndash Printables and quizzes for

elementary ages Kathy Schrockrsquos Guide for Educatorsndash Categorized list of

sites Microsoft Tutorials - Tutorials for technology lessons

how to articles and more Technology Teacher Toolkit -

Explore later on your own

Focus on students with disabilities httpwwwldonlineorgquestionstechnology9909 Some suggestions for websites that identify the best technologies and

provide access to current information on new tools for students with learning disabilities Many of the following sites sort rank and review AT for various learning disabilities

Georgia Tools for Life Family Center on Technology and Disability Schwab Learning Alliance for Technology Access Additionally the Center for Implementing Technology in Education (CITEd) and

the National Center for Technology Innovation (NCTI) developed two searchable databases that present evidence and products for the use of technologies that support the instruction of reading and mathematics for students with special needs The following link can take you to those matrices Technology Matrix

A complete resource document for helping students with disabilities and adaptations see httpwwwbostonk12mausteachtechnologyemmanuelSupportsListpdf