Needs-Based Instruction
Definition:
Moves that support all students with research-based instructional tools and practices and a focus on individual needs, desires, and interests
Best Practice
- Each student’s needs are identified and addressed accordingly, with appropriate balance of support and challenge.
- Instruction and resources are tailored to meet the learning needs, preferences, and goals of individual students.
- Lesson is designed with attention to students below, at, and above grade level. Co-teaching models are varied and planned to address individual needs.
Examples:
Graphic organizers, outlines, conferencing that is suitable for the activity and the student, preferential seating, strategic grouping, sentence starters, extension activities, culturally responsive tasks and resources, responsiveness to student-needs and interest surveys