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3 Reasons Teachers Should Use the Playlist Model

Catlin Tucker

” I wrote a blog about the difference , but here is a quick comparison that might help. As a result, teachers can use their class time more effectively, working directly with individual students or small groups who need additional instruction, support, or scaffolding. You listen to a sequence of songs in a particular order.

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Part 1: Tech Resources and Tools for Differentiated Learning … Reading

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

Also, check out Newsela for Elementary and note there is a also a comparison of a free and paid version. You will find that a short visit will open up a whole new level of learning for your classroom. This is a must have tool for those educators trying to bring differentiated instruction into their classroom.

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What lessons does special education hold for personalized learning?

The Hechinger Report

Tailoring learning to students’ exact needs takes significant resources, teacher training and, ideally, close collaboration with families — something many schools struggle to pull off. Related: The messy reality of personalized learning.

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What Lessons Does Special Education Hold for Improving Personalized Learning?

MindShift

Tailoring learning to students’ exact needs takes significant resources, teacher training and, ideally, close collaboration with families — something many schools struggle to pull off. Students often work in small groups, with help from a co-teacher, or one-on-one, with lessons fitted to their skills and abilities.