Topic 2: differentiating literacy instruction

The ability to look at the unique needs of students and identify and plan differentiated instructional activities for small groups of students with similar literacy deficits is critical to student mastery of literacy skills. Through differentiating the content mastery level, the process for delivering instruction, and the product students create to demonstrate mastery of the content, students with diverse needs can experience classroom success in literacy.

Allocate at least 3 hours in the field to support this field experience.

Collaborate with your mentor as directed to complete the “SPD-581 Differentiating Literacy Instruction” template.

Use any remaining field experience hours to provide support or assistance to the class as directed by your mentor.

Submit the “Differentiating Literacy Instruction” template.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

Document the locations and hours you spend in the field on your Clinical Field Experience Verification Form.  

Submit the Clinical Field Experience Verification Form in the last topic. Directions for submitting can be found on the College of Education site in the Student Success Center.