Differentiated Instruction Pedagogy
Issued by
Northeastern State University
The Differentiated Instruction Pedagogy badge provides pre-service or practicing teachers and instructional specialists with evidence-based instructional strategies to engage diverse learners in different learning environments. The badge emphasizes theory and philosophies of teaching, learning styles, instructional design, instructional techniques, and learning tasks with application to the improvement of teaching skills. Competencies align with InTasc standards.
- Type Validation
- Level Intermediate
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Complete EDUC 5463 Differentiated Instructional Strategies course with 80% competency, which is equal to a B in the course based on the following outcomes. The badge earner will be able to:
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1) Demonstrate an understanding of differentiation theory and practice [InTASC 2].
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2) Analyze differentiated instructional frameworks [InTASC 2].
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3) Evaluate current differentiated instructional practices [InTASC 9].
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Design component- and content-specific differentiated instruction [InTASC 7].
Standards
The teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards.
The teacher plans instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context.
The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate his/her practice, particularly the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (learners, families, other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner.