Inspiring a Love For Math
Presentation on Singapore math given by Master Educator and
St. Andrew's Academy teacher, Leigh Anderson
Tuesday, October 16, 2008
7:00 PM
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Individualized Learning
In order to meet the needs of each child socially, emotionally, and academically, differentiation is essential. We understand that children come to us with a wide range of abilities. In order to maximize learning, each child needs to be met where he/she is at and provided learning opportunities that appropriately challenge his/her abilities. Differentiation, or individualizing instruction, is our philosophy and promise, and it is based on the following set of beliefs:
- Students who are the same age differ in their readiness to learn, their interests, their styles of learning, their experiences, and their life circumstances.
- The differences in students are significant enough to make a major impact on what students need to learn, the pace at which they need to learn it, and the support they need from teachers and others to learn it well.
- Students will learn best when supportive adults encourage them to move slightly beyond where they can work without assistance.
- Students will learn best when they can make a connection between the curriculum and their interests and life experiences.
- Students will learn best when learning opportunities are natural.
- Students are more effective learners when classrooms and schools create a sense of community in which students feel significant and respected. The central job of schools is to maximize the capacity of each student.
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