As I was reading the first chapter, the two thoughts that impacted me the most were that differentiated instruction is not chaotic and is not just another way to provide grouping. Many teachers feel they will lose control of the classroom if they allow too much movement or talking, and have a hard time giving up that control in their classroom. This chapter pointed out that teachers in a differentiated classroom actually must exert more leadership, not less. I also liked the description of groups being more flexible and fluid, and in some instances letting students form their own groups or work alone if they prefer.
Differentiated instruction is student centered. It must be built on previous learning, and not all students are at the same place. Assessment must routinely take place in a variety of ways to determine each students needs.
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