Course
Middle School ELA Scaffolds for Differentiation June 3, 2025
Jun 3, 2025 - Jun 5, 2025
Full course description
Course Description
- Join Us for a Deeper Dive: Supporting Students with Unique Learning Needs in StudySync. This half-day training is designed to explore practical scaffolds, strategies, and data tools that empower teachers to personalize instruction and boost student engagement.
We’ll focus on how to make StudySync more accessible for all learners—equipping educators with ready-to-use resources and classroom-tested support. Perfect for general education, Literacy Specialists, ELD, and SPED teachers alike.
Morning Session with optional extended planning time available for those who want support applying the learning directly to upcoming units. - Lead Learner (Facilitator): Sarah Hasler
- Credit(s) and Type: 7 Hours Relicensure
Target Audience
- Certified Staff
- Open to Substitute Teachers = Yes
- Open to Student Teachers = Yes
- Open to Charter School Staff = Not at this time
Meeting Information
- Date: June 3, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location: DCSD Legacy Campus, Room 245 | 10035 S. Peoria St, Lone Tree, 80134
Course Outcomes
Here are the outcomes for the course:
- Identify key scaffolds embedded in StudySync that support differentiation for diverse learners, including English Learners (ELs), students with IEPs, and those needing additional support or enrichment.
- Analyze student data within StudySync and other platforms to inform targeted instructional decisions.
- Apply classroom-tested strategies to adapt StudySync lessons for accessibility and engagement without sacrificing rigor.
- Explore tools and templates that streamline planning and make differentiation manageable.
- Collaborate with peers to co-plan differentiated instruction using upcoming units and lesson materials.
Bonus:
Optional extended planning time is available after the morning session for educators who want support in applying these strategies to their own instructional context.