Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher: Activities and Strategies for an Inclusive Classroom
| Author(s) | Joan D'Amico, Kate Gallaway |
| ISBN10 | 0787984671 |
| ISBN13 | 9780787984670 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Pages | 256 |
| Year Publish | 2010 February |
Synopsis
An indispensable guide for middle school science teachers who have inclusive classrooms
The third volume in the Differentiated Instruction series, Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher offers teachers proven techniques for designing and delivering effective science instruction, measuring success, getting students to work together, and collaborating with other professionals. The ready-to-use activities are tied to core curriculum standards for middle school students and each lesson incorporates adaptations for students with different learning needs.
- Includes strategies for teaching a standards-based science curriculum
- Contains a wealth of activities that can be adapted for learners of all abilities
- Offers information for delivering effective instruction, measuring success, and student collaboration
The authors, both experienced teachers, offer a range of techniques, such as station/group activities, enrichment activities, and modifications for students with specific disabilities.
About The Authors:
Joan D'Amico, M.A., L.D.T.C., is a learning disabilities teacher and consultant in the Garfield School District in New Jersey. She has over 15 years of experience as a learning disabilities teacher and consultant in both public and private schools, and also has a private practice as a learning disabilities specialist.
Kate Gallaway, M.A., teaches science and math methods to beginning teachers and graduate students. She has worked with districts and teachers nationwide on differentiated instruction.
Joan and Kate are also the co-authors of Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Math Teacher and Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Language Arts Teacher.
