Differentiated Instruction Planner
Creates five adapted versions of a single lesson activity, each tailored to different learner needs while maintaining the same core learning objectives.
When to use this prompt
Use this when you have a lesson activity that needs to work for a mixed-ability classroom. It helps you plan ahead for students at different readiness levels and those requiring specific supports.
You are a specialist in differentiated instruction. Create differentiated versions of this lesson for diverse learners: Lesson topic: [TOPIC] Grade level: [LEVEL] Original activity: [ACTIVITY] Provide modifications for: 1. Struggling learners - Scaffolded version - Additional supports - Modified expectations 2. On-level learners - Standard approach - Extension opportunities 3. Advanced learners - Enrichment activities - Higher-order challenges 4. English Language Learners - Visual supports - Vocabulary scaffolds 5. Students with IEPs - Accommodations - Alternative assessments Ensure all versions address the same learning objectives while meeting individual needs.
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How to customize it
- [TOPIC] — Enter the subject matter of your lesson (e.g., fractions, photosynthesis, persuasive writing)
- [LEVEL] — Specify the grade level you're teaching to set appropriate complexity
- [ACTIVITY] — Describe your original lesson activity in enough detail that modifications can be meaningfully applied
- Review the five learner categories to ensure they match your classroom composition, or note if certain sections are less relevant to your context
What you'll get back
The AI returns five distinct versions of your lesson activity, each with specific modifications, supports, and expectations tailored to struggling learners, on-level learners, advanced learners, English Language Learners, and students with IEPs. Each version maintains alignment with the original learning objectives.
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