Technology and DI

Best Practices for Differentiating Instruction

teAchnology

This web site uses technology to inform teachers about current practices, literature,

and the law in education, as well as professional development. Links to articles

related to research on educational practices, including links to information on

differentiated instruction, are included. Create customized rubrics, calendars,

lesson plans, etc. with a subscription.

http://www.teach-nology.com/litined/dif_instruction/

Virtual Reality/Computer Simulations and the Implications for UDL Implementation

In this brief you can discover how virtual reality/computer simulation can support

Universal Design for Learning at both the theoretical and teacher practice levels.

http://www.k8accesscenter.org/training_resources/udl/virtualreality.asp

Ten Tips for Differentiation

This website shows you resources that explain how and why you should differentiate your lessons. Tips include webquests, interactive activities, virtual field trips and more.

http://eduscapes.com/sessions/needs/all2.html

Incorporating Technology and Differentiated Instruction

English:

Differentiated Instruction in the English Classroom

One chapter of book is available for free download “How Do Teachers Manage a Differentiated Classroom?”

http://books.heinemann.com/shared/onlineresources/E00577/chapter4.pdf

Reading:

Learning to Read with Multimedia Material

There is a steadily growing body of research showing that digital text and multimedia environments can play a

significant supporting role in reading instruction. Explore the literature base and cutting-edge innovations while

finding implementation strategies, guidance on choosing programs, and resources to power up your reading instruction.

http://www.cited.org/index.aspx?page_id=144

Computer-Assisted Instruction in Reading

This short brief gives an overview of Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI) and explains how it can be applied to enhance reading instruction.

http://www.k8accesscenter.org/training_resources/computeraided_reading.asp

Starfall

The Starfall learn-to-read website is offered free as a public service. It contains various interactive activities and games

related to the essential components of early reading. Primarily designed for first grade, Starfall is also useful for pre-k, kindergarten and second grade.

http://www.starfall.com/n/level-a/learn-to-read/play.htm?f

Writing:

Computer-Assisted Instruction and Writing

This brief explains how Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI) can be used to

improve writing instruction.

http://www.k8accesscenter.org/training_resources/computeraided_writing.asp

Using Assistive Technology to Support Writing

Technology—and especially the subset of technology tools known as assistive

technology—can be an effective, if not necessary, element of the writing

curriculum for students with disabilities. Read more about the research that

supports the use technology in a writing curriculum.

http://www.cited.org/index.aspx?page_id=108

Math:

Learning Mathematics with Virtual Manipulatives

Abstract concepts are essential to understanding and performing mathematics.

Manipulatives represent concretely the abstract concepts and link these concepts to prior

knowledge. Virtual manipulatives are basically digital “objects” that can be manipulated,

usually with a computer mouse, much like the more familiar physical manipulatives.

Discover the research support and practical suggestions for incorporating these powerful

learning tools into mathematics instruction. See the extensive list of resources.

http://www.cited.org/index.aspx?page_id=151

Computer-Assisted Instruction and Math

This brief gives a quick overview of CAI and explains how it can be used effectively in math

classrooms.

http://www.k8accesscenter.org/training_resources/computeraided_math.asp

Web-Based Resources for Mathematics: Tools and Activities for Teaching and Learning

This valuable resource includes a large annotated list of free web-based tools and activities.

Each tool and activity focuses on a specific mathematics concept or skill

http://www.k8accesscenter.org/training_resources/MathWebResources.asp

Science

Using Multimedia Tools to Help Students Learn Science

Scientists routinely use a number of technology tools in their daily practice. Students can use similar technologies

and multimedia tools to work like scientists and build their reasoning and scientific inquiry skills. Review the research

on and strategies to implement these powerful technology tools in the science classroom. See the extensive list of resources.

http://www.cited.org/index.aspx?page_id=148

Computer-Assisted Instruction and Science

This short brief gives an overview of Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI) and explains how it can be applied

to enhance science instruction.

http://www.nwrel.org/scpd/sirs/5/cu10.html

Differentiation for Science

This article discusses differentiated instruction and explains how it can be implemented in the science classroom.

http://www.k8accesscenter.org/training_resources/sciencedifferentation.asp