It's not as hard or as time consuming as you may think.
How do we differentiate in every classroom, not matter what the content?
These forms of differentiation can all be used within Tier 1 instruction, as well as Tiers 2 and 3. All interventions given to students can be given in one or more of the FOUR ways to deliver instruction:
S - small groups
W - whole group
A - alone
P - partner
One way to differentiate for ALL of our learners is SCAFFOLDING. Just as when we think about SWAP, we think about different ways and modalities for scaffolding. This is shown in the image to the left, which shows some sample scaffolds for ELLs, or English Language Learners.
This "I, We You" model through focused and guided instruction scaffolds and supports all learners in the classroom, through Tier 1 and beyond.
This Gradual Release happens in Tier 1, for all students, and can also be used with the instructor or specialist in Tiers 2 or 3.
Gradual Release involves demonstration, shared practice, guided practice, and then independent practice.
This is a strategy that is scaffolding that many teachers may already be using and not even know it!