Classroom III

Academic scrapbooking falls under the category of differentiated instruction. Differentiated instruction is the means of choice for most teachers these days as the needs of our learners change and we need to include all students in our classes regardless of skill levels. As you know, differentiated instruction encourages personal choice for students to demonstrate their skill levels in a manner that is comfortable to them. The other aspect of differentiated instruction that I like is that is does not make assumptions about presumed beginning skill levels.

I suppose before you can sigh with relief, you want to know if this type of student response is gradable. Absolutely and to get you started, I am providing a free download: a grading rubric. And, because we all have those days where we need a break and are in-between units, or decide to take a personal day, I have a Down Time Plan for you to download for free. If I may offer a suggestion, at the beginning of the school year, set up the Down Time Plan in a plastic tub or basket for under your desk, and keep it updated after each use while the students are working independently. Also, the beginning of the school year is a great time to introduce academic scrapbooking to your students. You might want to refer them to this site too!

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