Maple+Grove+8.16.2010

To follow-up on our 8.16.2010 meeting:

1. Bright v. Gifted? Some of you were interested in better understanding the traits of gifted and bright children. The following links should help:
 * Bright Child v. Gifted Child
 * Bright v. Gifted: Is There a Difference?
 * Is It a Cheetah?
 * What Is Giftedness?

2. Depth of Knowledge: Many of you are already familiar with this. Here are some additional resources:
 * Depth of Knowledge (DOK Chart)
 * Depth of Knowledge (Kentucky Department of Education explanation PPT)

3. Tiered Lessons: This strategy acknowledges that "one size doesn't fit all" when it comes to learning content. Typical tiered lessons use Depth of Knowledge to help with planning.
 * Tiered Lesson Plans: A Manageable Way to Differentiate Instruction
 * Tiered Instruction: Beginning the Process
 * Tiered Lessons: One Way to Differentiate Mathematics Instruction
 * Science and Children: Teaching By Tiering
 * Dare to Differentiate: Tiering