How do you effectively differentiate in the classroom?

Ignite Your Teaching

Ignite Your Teaching
How do you effectively differentiate in the classroom?
Nov 25, 2025 Season 6 Episode 279
Madly Learning

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In this episode, Patti from Madly Learning helps you take the overwhelm out of differentiation. You’ll learn how to design one strong core lesson that meets diverse student needs — without doubling your workload. Patti shares real classroom examples, practical tips, and mindset shifts that make differentiation both manageable and meaningful.

Tuck these in your teacher pocket:

  • Differentiation is not about 30 separate lessons — it’s one lesson with multiple access points.
  • Focus on flexibility, not perfection.
  • Use assessment (formal and informal) to guide your adjustments.
  • Scaffold for support and extend for enrichment — all anchored in the same big idea.

Start small with one new strategy and build confidence over time!

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