Personalization vs Differentiation vs Individualization
There is a difference between personalization and differentiation and individualization. One is learner-centered; the others are teacher-centered.
There is a difference between personalization and differentiation and individualization. One is learner-centered; the others are teacher-centered.
Personalization
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Differentiation
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Individualization
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starts with the learner
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starts with groups of
learners
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starts with the needs of the
individual learner
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connects with interests,
passions, and aspirations
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adjusts to learning needs of
groups of learners
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accomodates learning needs of
the individual
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learners actively participate in
the design of their learning
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explicit instruction based
upon the learning needs of
groups of learners
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explicit instruction based upon
the learning needs of an
individual learner
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learners have a voice and
choice on what they learn
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teachers create or adapt
instruction and choose roles
for learners based on
different needs of learners
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teachers customize lessons and
tasks for learners based on
individual needs
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different objectives for each
learner
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same objectives for groups
of learners
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same objectives for learners
with specific objectives for
individuals who receive one-
on-one support
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learner selects appropriate
technology and resources to
support their learning
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technology and resources
are selected to support the
learning needs of groups of
learner
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technology and resources are
selected to support the
learning needs of an individual
learner
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learners build a network of
peers, teachers, and others to
guide and support their
learning
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learners are reliant on the
guidance of teachers to
support their learning
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learners are dependent on
individual teachers or para-
professionals to support their
learning
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competency-based models
where the learner
demonstrates mastery
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based on Carnegie unit (seat
time), grade level
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based on Carnegie unit (seat
time), grade level
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assessment AS learning
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assessment FOR learning
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assessment OF learning
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teachers develop capacity to
create independent learners
who set goals, monitor
progress, and reflect on
learning
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assessment involves time-
based testing and teachers
provide feedback to advance
learning
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summative assessment is
grade-based and involves time-
based testing which confirms
what learners know and don’t
know
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Personalized Learning Chart by Barbara Bray and Kathleen McClaskey is
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Barbara Bray barbara.bray@gmail.com Website: barbarabray.net Kathleen McClaskey kgmcclaskey@gmail.com Website: edtech-associates.com
Barbara Bray barbara.bray@gmail.com Website: barbarabray.net Kathleen McClaskey kgmcclaskey@gmail.com Website: edtech-associates.com