Some children learn easily, while others struggle. How can teachers make sure that every child has opportunities to develop his or her talents?

The answer is differentiation: changing the pace, level, or kind of instruction in response to learners’ needs, styles, and/or interests.

Here are some great sites to help you begin differentiating in the classroom:

1. http://www.allkindsofminds.org/learningBase.aspx - provides insights into the learning challenges that students face

2. http://www.ascd.org/affiliates/articles/eu200203_franklin.html - moving from theory to practice

3. http://www.frsd.k12.nj.us/rfmslibrarylab/di/differentiated_instruction.htm - teaching strategies, lesson plans, understanding the basic concept