Differentiated classroom instruction has always been part of U.S. public education, but today’s focus on tailoring each lesson for each student can overwhelm teachers. There are, however, ...

I’ve shared my response in an Ed Week Teacher article that I’ve co-authored with my colleague, Katie Hull Sypnieski. It’s titled “The Five By Five Approach To Differentiation Success.” Today’s column ...

All classrooms are different and require different teaching strategies to address various concerns, goals, and learning trends. Plus, it takes a dedicated teacher to employ the right teaching ...

Issues related to classroom management are a leading cause of job dissatisfaction and hinder teacher retention efforts, especially with educators who are new to the field. To overcome classroom ...

I got some bad news this week. It has to do with one of my grandchildren, who attends public schools in Maryland in a pretty upscale county. I’ll call her Judy. She is 11, a very strong student. When ...

Mixed-ability classrooms offering differentiated instruction make good sense for teachers and students. For many teachers, though, this instruction type requires a paradigm shift. Teachers who become ...

Mixed-ability classrooms offering differentiated instruction make good sense for teachers and students. For many teachers, though, this instruction type requires a paradigm shift. Teachers who become ...