Differentiated Instruction: A Guide for World Language Teachers - Hardcover

Blaz, Deborah

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 103227560X ISBN 13: 9781032275604

Publisher: Routledge, 2023

Synopsis

In the third edition of a bestseller, author Deborah Blaz helps you differentiate lessons for your world language students based on their learning styles, interests, prior knowledge, and comfort zones. This practical book uses brain-based teaching strategies to help students of all ability levels thrive in a rigorous differentiated learning environment. Each chapter provides classroom-tested activities and tiered lesson plans to help you teach vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing in world language classes in ways that are interactive, engaging, and effective for all learners.

Features new to this edition include:

• activities aligned with the latest ACTFL and CEFR standards
• ideas and activities for project-based learning, virtual learning, and learning with digital tools, such as ChatGPT
• up-to-date latest guidance on learning styles and using variety in teaching
• more photocopiable forms, checklists, and handouts for suggested activities

You’ll also learn how to differentiate assessment effectively to help all students show their full potential. Classroom-ready tools and templates can be downloaded as free support material from our website (www.routledge.com/9781032258287) for immediate use.

About this title

About the Author

Deborah Blaz has taught French to grades 7 through 12 for the past 44 years in Indiana and has taught dual-credit, AP, and college classes. She also served as the world language department chair at her school until her retirement in June 2023. An award-winning teacher, she frequently presents workshops and keynotes, regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 103227560X
• ISBN 13: 9781032275604
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 224