Differentiated Instruction
Differentiate tasks and materials for heterogeneous learning groups.
Prompt template
Differentiate the following task/material for a mixed-ability group: **Original task / material:** [PASTE TASK OR CONTENT] **Subject:** [SUBJECT] **Class:** [GRADE] **Students needing support:** [NUMBER / TYPE OF SUPPORT NEEDED] **Gifted / Enrichment students:** [NUMBER] **Middle group:** [NUMBER] Create three variants: **Foundation level (Scaffolding):** - Simplified task with support structures - Scaffolds (fill-in-the-blank, word lists, sentence starters) **Standard task:** - As originally planned **Extension task (Enrichment):** - More demanding transfer or creative extension - Independent deepening
Replace placeholders in [square brackets]: [PASTE TASK OR CONTENT][SUBJECT][GRADE][NUMBER / TYPE OF SUPPORT NEEDED][NUMBER]
How to use this template
Copy the prompt, replace the placeholders in square brackets with your details and paste it into the AI assistant of your choice. The more precise your details, the better the result.
Tips for better results
- Differentiating upwards is at least as important as downwards.
- Same competency — different difficulty level. Everyone learns the same thing.
- Choice boards give learners control: 9 tasks, choose 3.
Suitable open models
The selection names current open models as a starting point for your own tests. It is not a measurement for this template.
Keywords: #differentiation #inclusion #heterogeneous #scaffolding