Diversity


 * All students learn in different ways; differentiated instruction and accommodations must be presented to reach the whole audience. Specific accommodations are outlined in a student’s Individual Education Program (IEP). One student that is visual impaired will be given resources needed to work effectively in the group setting. The student that requires more time (in accordance with his IEP) will be given additional time to work within his group setting. Adaptations will be made for students that have learning disabilities. Reach students are the students that are gifted cognitively, socially, or physically (or in all the domains). These students will be provided instructional lessons designed to provide enrichment. **


 * The group dynamics will be made up of students with strong leadership skills, computer skills, and organizational skills. Each group will consist of students that are high functioning and students with disabilities. Each student will be given a specific role that he or she will complete within the group. The roles will be distributed by the teacher. The teacher will consider the student’s individual strengths and weaknesses when distributing the individual roles within the group. **


 * Collaboration will be a very important component of the project. Students will have to communicate effectively to create a presentation. The consideration of students’ strengths and weaknesses will help the group to function effectively. **


 * In conclusion, special technological tools and additional time will be given to students that have learning disabilities. Instructions outlined in individual IEPs will be followed precisely. Students will be given appropriate time to complete the project, and they will have access to computers for research and presentation design. **