Thursday, January 9, 2014

Recommended Resource for Differentiating Instruction
By Curtis Cunningham, SPS Professional Learning Specialist
 
   If you are looking for a good resource to support your efforts in differentiating instruction we recommend Fair Isn’t Always Equal by Rick Wormeli.  Differentiating instruction can seem like a daunting task, especially when the teacher considers how differentiation will effect grading and assessment.  Wormeli addresses topics such as: incorporating effort, attendance, and behavior into academic grades, grading homework, recording zero for missing assignments, allowing students to redo assignments and assessments.
   Wormeli is a frequent presenter on the topic of assessment and grading.  He also holds the distinction of National Board Certified teacher and he is a columnist for Middle Ground magazine.  His entertaining, yet thought-provoking writing style makes Fair Isn’t Always Equal a must read for any teacher intent on differentiating instruction.