actively is an important way to structure lessons, as it motivates students to learn and engage in meaningful activities
(Above,left): After researching different
englightenmentthinkers, students engage in a fishbowl discussion, taking on the role of particular philosophie to convey and distinguish historical characters' views on social issues.
(Right): Students work together in their cooperative base
groups to complete a map activity. Usually, these groups consist of students from a range of achievement levels and strengths. This is a way to foster friendly and supportive interactions among students.
Apart of differentiated instruction is offering
multiple options for students to express their understanding of a topic. (Above): Students act out a written script of a conversation between a peasant, knight, and king to demonstrate the social hierarchy of the feudal society. (Right): For the same lesson on feudalism, this group of students perform A talk show debating pro's and con's of feudal living.