• Video: “Framework for Differentiating Instruction” (approximate length: 1 min)
  
  This video depicts and explains the framework used to understand the concept of differentiated instruction. Think about how the components of the framework could come together for a lesson you will teach within the next 4 weeks.
   
• Video: “What Is Differentiated Instruction?” (approximate length: 8 min)
  
  Leading expert Dr. Carol Ann Tomlinson discusses what differentiation is and is not. As you view this video, consider how this information dispels any misconceptions you have held regarding differentiation.
   
• Video: “Learner Differences” (approximate length: 8 min)
  
  Dr. Carol Ann Tomlinson explains types of learner variances and the importance of noting them. As you view, think about the learner variances of the students you teach, their corresponding strengths and needs, and how you will plan for them in an upcoming lesson.

Classroom Demonstration Videos

From the list below, view 2 classroom demonstration videos of differentiated instruction. As you view, analyze how the teachers have differentiated various elements of their instruction to address different types of learner variances. You will share your analyses in this week’s Discussion. (Feel free to view additional videos as you proceed through  the module to gain ideas for the differentiated lesson you will submit in Week 4.)

• Video: “Elementary School Reading—Differentiating by Learner Profile” (approximate length: 50 min

• Video: “Middle School Algebra—Differentiating by Readiness and Learning Profile” (approximate length: 17 min)

• Video: “High School Chemistry Lesson—Differentiating by Readiness and Learning Profile” (approximate length: 55 min)

• Video: “High School Humanities and Media Arts—Differentiating by Interest” (approximate length: 17 min)

• Video: “High School History—Differentiating by Readiness and Learning Profile” (approximate length: 55 min)