Beyond Differentiated Instruction

Going beyond the theory of differentiation to actual classroom practice, this book presents a 10-step framework, examples, and classroom-ready tools for putting differentiation into action.

Reach all your students through practical, inspired techniques for differentiated instruction!

With realistic strategies and manageable techniques, this essential guide shows how teachers can successfully put differentiated instruction into action, creating an empowering classroom environment for every child. Teachers will find:

• A 10-step framework for creating an effective differentiated instruction program, based on leading research, standards, and classroom experience
• Vivid case studies illustrating each phase of program development
• Recommendations on when to use tiered instruction and accommodations, including Response to Intervention (RTI)
• Classroom-ready templates, resources, and tools correlated to each chapter

Jodi O’Meara is a Curriculum Specialist for Students with Special Needs and a professional developer for educators and administrators. She has presented at state, national and international conferences. With over 15 years experience as a teacher and administrator of general education, special education and gifted education, she recognizes the diverse needs of students and teachers. Additionally, Jodi is a certified life skills coach and provides guidance for leadership in business and education through her own company, Body and Mind- Coaching and Consulting. Jodi specializes in professional development in the areas of differentiated instruction for students with special needs as well as students identified as gifted. She has also been involved with related projects and presentations such as Response to Intervention. Jodi was a co-writer of the Frameworks for Gifted Learners for the state of Florida as well as the Access Points which align standards for students with significant disabilities to general education standards. She is a former president of the Florida Association for Gifted and is on the Board of Directors for the Family Network on Disabilities in her local area. Jodi believes that teachers can change the lives of people more effectively than any other professionals. She is strongly committed to supporting teachers in efforts to inspire their students.