Differentiated Instruction for the At-Risk Learner | Harold S.Wright, Jr., Ph.D.
Program Description
This K-12 program provides an overview of at-risk students and how differentiation of instruction fits into the learning experience of these students to help them become successful. Current at-risk and student learning research and reform efforts are addressed, and strategies through differentiation of instruction are emphasized. The differentiation strategies that are learned will help the participant better assist at-risk students.
Virginia Standard(s) Addressed
Planning & Assessment (ISLLC standard 3)
Instructional Leadership (ISLLC standard 1)
Communication & Community Relations (ISLLC standard 4)
Program Goals and Objectives
By the end of the program, participants will learn strategies for effectively and positively helping at-risk students through differentiation of instruction strategies.
Program Format
The program opens with a definition and discussion of the at-risk student. Using current literature and best practices, the provider will introduce such models as multi-age classrooms, looping, and a school within a school. The provider will show a video which focuses on differentiation of instruction with special populations. Participants will investigate, in large and small groups, different models of differentiation of instruction. By the end of the program, participants will produce and present models and/or lesson plans that emphasize differentiation of instruction and assist at-risk students.
Target Audience
School-based and central office administrators and lead teachers.
Self-Selection and/or Identification Through School Division
No/yes.
Duration of Program
- One full day of 6-8 hours or two half-days of 3-4 hours each
- Your own private session for collaboration, consensus-building, and strategic planning
Outcomes Measured
- Number of resources and models provided to participants for future use
- Participant analysis, sharing, and discussion of strategies
Program Evaluation
Participant evaluation forms.
Contact Information
Harold S. Wright, Jr., Ph.D.
8057 Willow Brook Lane
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Phone: 804-559-6865
Email: hwright@umw.edu