scholarly journals Can Differentiated Instruction Create an Inclusive Classroom with Diverse Learners in an Elementary School Setting?

2019 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Differentiated Instruction ◽  
School Setting ◽  
Diverse Learners ◽  
Inclusive Classroom

PCS For Families: A Case Study in the Participatory Design of a Technology-Rich Elementary School Classroom

1998 ◽  
Vol 42 (8) ◽  
pp. 646-650 ◽  
Author(s):  
Faith McCreary ◽  
Ray Reaux ◽  
Roger Ehrich ◽  
Susan Hood ◽  
Keith Rowland
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Participatory Design ◽  
School Setting ◽  
Network Connectivity ◽  
Multiple Roles ◽  
System Support ◽  
Laboratory Facilities ◽  
Working Day ◽  
Workspace Design

Computers and network connectivity in the classroom raise new challenges in workspace design. Unlike corporate or dedicated laboratory facilities, a technology-rich classroom plays multiple roles throughout its working day. Classroom design demands flexible and robust construction, particularly when applied in an elementary school setting. Using the PCs for Families project as a case study, this paper discusses design issues of a technology-rich networked classroom from ergonomic design to system support.

Does Mobile Technology Have a Place in Differentiated Instruction?

2014 ◽  
pp. 132-149
Author(s):  
Therese M. Cumming
Keyword(s):  
Educational Technology ◽  
Instructional Design ◽  
Mobile Computing ◽  
Differentiated Instruction ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Evidence Base ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Inclusive Classroom ◽  
Limited Evidence

Although mobile technologies are relatively new, they have quickly become ubiquitous in education, despite a limited evidence base for their efficacy in instructional design. This chapter discusses differentiated instruction for the inclusive classroom and how this can be best accomplished using mobile technology as an educational tool. Using mobile computing devices such as the iPad in differentiated instruction has many advantages, but is not without challenges. Many of these challenges can be addressed using suggestions from previous research in the areas of differentiated instruction and educational technology. Future research is necessary to provide a solid evidence-base supporting the use of mobile technology with diverse learners in all levels of classroom instruction.

Managing Behavioural Emotional Problems in Inclusive Classrooms and Understanding the Best Practices

2021 ◽  
pp. 443-461
Author(s):  
Wasim Ahmad ◽  
Parween S.
Keyword(s):  
Young Children ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Problem Behaviors ◽  
Deviant Behavior ◽  
Emotional Problems ◽  
Diverse Learners ◽  
Teaching Profession ◽  
Inclusive Classrooms ◽  
Inclusive Classroom ◽  
Behavioral Issues

An inclusive classroom comprises diverse learners with varying levels of abilities, skills, intelligence, and so on. The diversity of the class imposes great challenges on educators and the presence of any deviant behavior should not become a stumbling block for the progress of the children. Problem behaviors of children in the classroom may frustrate the teachers as long as they learn to handle them which is considered to be an integral part of the teaching profession. Numerous best practices have been followed across the globe to manage such behavioral issues exhibited by the students. This chapter would bring in various perspectives of identifying and managing problem behaviors that are commonly found among the young children and the best practices and strategic approaches to tackle such issues piloted by various researchers.

Universal Design for Learning and Differentiated Instruction in Physical Education

2019 ◽  
pp. 359-377 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mey A. van Munster ◽  
Laureen J. Lieberman ◽  
Michelle A. Grenier
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
Elementary School ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Differentiated Instruction ◽  
Students With Disabilities ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
Universal Design For Learning ◽  
Traditional Curriculum ◽  
School Students ◽  
Design For Learning

The aim of this case study was to describe the distinct approaches used by physical education (PE) teachers to accommodate students with disabilities in New York elementary school PE classes. The participants included 1 adapted PE specialist, 5 PE teachers, and 5 elementary school students with various impairments. Through thematic analysis, observations and interviews revealed 3 main approaches: (a) normalized instruction—traditional curriculum with no differentiation in the program; (b) differentiated instruction—adaptations tailored specifically to the needs of each student with disability; and (c) universally designed instruction based on the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and accessibility to all students. Differentiated instruction, entailing modifications in the program and pedagogical accommodations, was the most prevalent approach at the research site, but lessons based on UDL principles were also observed. In association, the 2 approaches (differentiated instruction and UDL) represented significant resources to accommodate students with disabilities in PE.

scholarly journals PENGEMBANGAN BAHAN AJAR PERSIAPAN PPL UNTUK MAHASISWA PGSD YANG MENGAKOMODASI DIVERSE LEARNERS

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 67
Author(s):  
Rahayu Condro Murti ◽  
Unik Ambarwati ◽  
Safitri Yosita Ratri
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Education ◽  
Elementary School ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Focus Group Discussion ◽  
School Teacher ◽  
Mathematics Learning ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Diverse Learners ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Validation Test

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengembangkan bahan ajar pembelajaran Sekolah Dasar yang mengakomodasi Diverse Learners yang layak untuk dosen Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar. Subyek dalam penelitian ini adalah dosen Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar (PGSD) yang terdiri dari 2 dosen pembelajaran IPS, 2 dosen Pembelajaran Matematika, dan 1 dosen Pendidikan. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di PGSD UNY dengan menggunakan metode penelitian dan pengembangan (R&D). Tahapan dalam penelitian ini terdiri dari: 1) analisis kebutuhan, 2) pengembangan desain produk, 3) evaluasi formatif produk awal. Proses validasi dilakukan oleh 1 orang ahli materi dan 1 orang ahli media. Subyek uji coba yang terdiri dari 2 dosen pembelajaran IPS, 2 dosen Pembelajaran Matematika, dan 1 dosen Pendidikan. Pengumpulan data evaluasi formatif dilakukaan dengan menggunakan lembar penilaian untuk aspek kualitas tampilan, penyajian materi, dan proses belajar. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: Pengembangan bahan ajar ini melalui uji validasi materi, uji validasi media, dan focus group discussion (FGD) layak untuk digunakan. Pada validasi materi diperoleh skor rata-rata 2,35 (cukup) pada uji pertama dan rata-rata menjadi 2,6 (baik) pada uji kedua, sedangkan pada uji validasi oleh ahli media diperoleh skor rata-rata 2,6 (kategori baik) pada uji pertama dan 3,6 (kategori sangat baik) pada uji validasi kedua. Adapun rata-rata hasil penilaian keterbacaan pengguna, dalam hal ini, dosen PGSD yang terkait dengan isi bahan ajar, yaitu dosen tentang konsep diverse learners (3,0–baik), pendidikan matematika SD (3,53-kategori sangat baik), dan Pembelajaran IPS di SD (3,0–baik). Dengan demikian diharapkan bahan ajar ini menunjang pelaksanaan PPL mahasiswa PGSD dalam mempersiapkan mereka melaksanakan pembelajaran yang mengakomodasi diverse learners di sekolahnya masing-masing.The purpose of this research is to develop teaching materials of Elementary School which accommodate the appropriate Diverse Learners for lecturers of Elementary School Teacher Education. Subjects in this research are lecturer of Elementary School Teacher Education (PGSD) consisting of 2 lecturers of IPS study, 2 lecturers of Mathematics Learning, and 1 lecturer of Education. This research was conducted in PGSD UNY using research and development (R & D) method. Stages in this study consist of: 1) needs analysis, 2) product design development, 3) formative product evaluation early. The validation process is done by 1 material expert and 1 media expert. The test subjects consist of 2 lecturers of IPS study, 2 lecturers of Mathematics Learning, and 1 lecturer of Education. Formative evaluation data collection is done by using assessment sheets for aspects of display quality, material presentation, and learning process. The results showed that: Development of this resource through material validation test, media validation test, and focus group discussion (FGD) is feasible to be used. Material validation obtained an average score of 2.35 (enough) in the first test and the average to 2.6 (good) in the second test, whereas in the validation test by the expert media obtained an average score of 2.6 (good category) On the first test and 3.6 (very good category) on the second validation test. As for the average user's readability assessment results, in this case, PGSD lecturers are related to the content of teaching materials, ie lecturers on the concept of diverse learner (3.0-good), elementary mathematics education (3.53-excellent category), and Learning IPS in SD (3.0-good). It is hoped that this teaching material will support the implementation of PPG PGSD students in preparing them to carry out the lessons that accommodate diverse learners in their respective schools.

scholarly journals Adaptation and Validation of the Program Sustainability Assessment Tool (PSAT) for Use in the Elementary School Setting

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (21) ◽  
pp. 11414
Author(s):  
Alix Hall ◽  
Adam Shoesmith ◽  
Rachel C. Shelton ◽  
Cassandra Lane ◽  
Luke Wolfenden ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Elementary School ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Interrater Reliability ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Sustainability Assessment ◽  
School Setting ◽  
Program Sustainability ◽  
Structural Validity

There is a lack of valid and reliable measures of determinants of sustainability specific to public health interventions in the elementary school setting. This study aimed to adapt and evaluate the Program Sustainability Assessment Tool (PSAT) for use in this setting. An expert reference group adapted the PSAT to ensure face validity. Elementary school teachers participating in a multi-component implementation intervention to increase their scheduling of physical activity completed the adapted PSAT. Structural validity was assessed via confirmatory factor analysis. Convergent validity was assessed using linear mixed regression evaluating the associations between scheduling of physical activity and adapted PSAT scores. Cronbach’s alpha was used to evaluate internal consistency and intracluster correlation coefficients for interrater reliability. Floor and ceiling effects were also evaluated. Following adaptation and psychometric evaluation, the final measure contained 26 items. Domain Cronbach’s alpha ranged from 0.77 to 0.92. Only one domain illustrated acceptable interrater reliability. Evidence for structural validity was mixed and was lacking for convergent validity. There were no floor and ceiling effects. Efforts to adapt and validate the PSAT for the elementary school setting were mixed. Future work to develop and improve measures specific to public health program sustainment that are relevant and psychometrically robust for elementary school settings are needed.

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