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Using Technology to Differentiate Instruction
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Mrs. Kelly Tenkely
Kelly Tenkely is a technology teacher in a private school. Kelly also trains teaching staff on integrating and implementing technology into the classroom. In addition, Kelly is the author of iLearnTechnology blog.
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Interpersonal
These learners enjoy interacting with other students. They enjoy discussions, cooperative work, and social activities. These students will love web 2.0 tools that allow them to interact with others on projects.
Websites to encourage learning for Interpersonal students:
1. http://play.ekoloko.com- A virtual world that allows students to interact and work on solving problems together
2. http://emeraldisland.com- A virtual world that encourages students interaction for the common goal of saving Emerald Island from PiRats who want to take over the green world.
3. http://secretbuilders.com An enchanting virtual world where students can interact with historical figures
4. http:tutpup.com A site that lets students practice spelling, and math facts against other students from around the world in real time
5. http://ed.voicethread.com Students can use Voicethread to complete projects together. It also provides the ability for students to interact and comment on other student’s Voicethread projects.
6. http://twitter.com Create a personal learning community within your classroom, encourage students to share learning experiences and new information.
7. http://glogster.com/edu A web 2.0 tool that allows students to create together and comment on other students Glogs.
8. http://www2.shidonni.com Students create an imaginary world and interact with other classmates virtually. They can create worlds and stories together.
9. http://think.com Students can work on projects together, interact with other students and view other student’s learning space
Intrapersonal
These learners learn best through meta-cognitive practices. They enjoy thinking about their thinking and reflecting on learning. Allow these students to think about what they are learning with reflective tools such as blogs and wikis that can be shared with others later.
Websites to encourage learning for Intrapersonal students:
1. http://think.com Students can blog about their learning
2. http://wetpaint.com A wiki where students can reflect on their learning
3. http://pbwiki.com A wiki where students can create and reflect on their learning
4. http://eyeplorer.com- Students can search a topic of interest and take notes about their learning right within the Eyeplorer website 5. http://kerpoof.com Students can record and think about learning through story creation
Naturalist
These learners learn from interactions with the environment they enjoy field trips that involve observation of the world around them. These students will enjoy activities that incorporate nature.
Websites to encourage learning for Naturalist students:
1. http://earth.google.com- Students can explore the earth with satellite imagery, maps, terrain, and 3D buildings.
2. http://google.com/sky- Students can explore the universe including the solar system, constellations, galaxies, and the moon.
3. http://kbears.com Students explore nature, animals, and the earth through a fun interface.
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4. http://arkive.org Students learn about thousands of animals and their habitats
5. http://switcharoozoo.com Students create animals, build habitats and learn about wildlife
6. http://play.ekoloko.com- A virtual world that puts students in charge of their own environment
7. http://emeraldisland.com- A virtual world that encourages students interaction with a virtual environment where they keep the planet green.
8. http://nationalzoo.si.edu Students can view live video of animals, view photo galleries, and visit exhibits
9. http://wdl.org/en Students can take a virtual field trip around the world and through time
10. http://vistazoo.com Students can create virtual tours of the world by combining pictures, video, audio, and objects in 3-D
The multiple intelligences can be met and enhanced through the use of technology. Many technologies overlap and address several of the intelligences at once. With a little creativity and planning, you can create rich lessons that will meet your student’s needs and let them learn at their own pace and level.
nasko1967
2 months ago
2 comments
good site enjoy!
Teddi14
5 months ago
8 comments
Wow, what a great list! I am going to a conference about Differentiated Instruction in Las Vegas in July. I am going to add this link to my special education site at: http://www.squidoo.com/special_education I hope that is ok.
sanmccarron
5 months ago
1216 comments
A wealth of websites here, and still there are more. Nice job Kelly.
nancy123
5 months ago
4 comments
Enjoy!