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Differentiation in Elementary Writing Instruction. Donna Copel & Annie Visneskie Dubai American Academy. Differentiation at DAA. Focus on independence Emphasize student decision making Provide continuous feedback to students Celebrate student achievement. Early Years: K-2. Paper Choice
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Differentiation in Elementary Writing Instruction Donna Copel & Annie Visneskie Dubai American Academy
Differentiation at DAA • Focus on independence • Emphasize student decision making • Provide continuous feedback to students • Celebrate student achievement
Early Years: K-2 Paper Choice Pencil Choice
Early Years: K-2 Interactive Charts Helping students answer their own questions
Student Conferences Grades K-5 Provides continuous feedback Sets goals for students
Building on the Early Years • Moving through the Writing Process • Students make independent goals • Conferring to individual needs
Different Structures, Different Methods for Different Learners • Mentor Texts for support