Understanding Children
Published on Oct 23, 2017
Reflecting on how students differ in the classroom.
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PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Individualism should be encouraged.
All children have their own strengths and abilities to contribute to their future society. We cannot expect every child to be carbon copies of each other.
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“... differentiated instruction enable educators to respond effectively to the strengths and needs of all students.”
Quote from: edu.gov.on.ca Learning for All 2013 p.8
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Students have different:
- Learning styles
- Interests
- Abilities
- Personalities
It would not serve them well to teach them all in the same way and not respect their individuality.
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Student Centered Teaching
By varying the learning tasks and products it helps touch the full spectrum of learning styles.
For example, having a variety of centres could encourage student learning, these centres can include things like painting, building, organizing and writing.
For example, having a variety of centres could encourage student learning, these centres can include things like painting, building, organizing and writing.
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Recognizing students' strengths and abilities helps them fulfill their roles as a contributing member of society.
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“All educators, students, and parents hope that our schools will bring out the very best in our students and encourage them to reach their full potential.”
Quote from: edu.gov.on.ca Learning for All 2013 p.58
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