I know there are some teachers who differentiate and do so very well. But I also know there are many who do NOT!
My big problem with it is on a policy level. If differentiation is an "in addition to" deal, then I think it's great. But if all there is for GT kids is in-class differentiation, then it just leaves them too much at the mercy of the whims of the particular teacher. I think we have to demand policies that have more teeth and don't allow a teacher--any teacher!--to "forget" or to refuse to give kids what they need.
Sorry to get on a soapbox on your thread, questions. But I just really feel that differentiaion--while a lifesaver in the case of certain kids with conscientious teachers--is a lousy, lousy choice for GT policy. Anytime I see it written into policy, I get cranky!
I want more!!!
