Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Math Teacher

Part 1. Being Successful in the Inclusive Classroom

* Collaborating Effectively

* Preparing for Differentiated Learning

* Effective Teaching Strategies for Differentiating
Instruction

Part 2. Math Activities for the Inclusive Middle School
Classroom

* Numbers and Operations

* Algebra and Functions

* Geometry and Measurement

* Data Analysis and Probability

* Problem Solving and Reasoning

Answer Key

NCTM Standards Chart

Glossary

"This is an all-inclusive resource for the inclusive math
classroom. Worksheets and instructional strategies are tired
together to offer quick preparation for teachers and success for
all students. It gives practical application to the "one
school, one curriculum" model and supports that fact that
every student can learn mathematics - and enjoy it as
well!" --Anna Sciacca, NJSFT President,
Superintendent of Middle School Instruction, and Middle School Math
Teacher at Garfield Middle School

"Activities based upon learning styles, math problems
based in real life ... this book is the combination of
resources that every middle school math teacher has been looking
for!" --Dorothy Sherwood, Principal,
Shuyler-Colfax Middle School, Wayne, NJ

"As a School Psychologist, program developer, and
consultant to teachers, this book provides an excellent variety of
approaches to teaching that allows effective collaboration by all
parts of an IEP team. I love the way this book individualizes
activities to use with all types of students. The activities are
developed to be fun, interesting, and practical for
everyone." --Melissa Timochko, School
Psychologist, Garfield Public Schools, Garfield,
NJ

"This book provides important background information
for teachers, which will help them to understand the rolls of team
members as well as how a student evaluation comes to fruition. The
book also provides the teachers with math activities that the
students can relate to because the problems incorporate things that
the students are familiar with. The lessons also assist the teacher
so that the lessons can be adapted for all different levels of
learning." --Beth E. Tecchio, School Social
Worker, Garfield Child Study Team, Garfield, New Jersey

"This text is a valuable tool that bridges the gap
between theoretical constructs and practical classroom application
for the Middle School math teacher." --Dr.
Frank Roscoe, Special Education Supervisor, Garfield, New
Jersey

"This is a valuable resource for all teachers to help a
diverse population of students to succeed in a common
classroom!" --Marilyn Martorano, Thomas Jefferson
Middle School

"Joan and Kate's book is the answer to a child
study team member's prayer. Immediately after hearing that a
child is classifiable, the first question from parents and teachers
is "what do we do?" Joan and Kate have answered that
question more completely than any previous educator, with an
abundance of interesting and appropriate lessons for students with
a variety of learning strengths and weaknesses. This book was a
long time in coming but totally worth the wait. I recommend it to
anyone who works with children." --Anne Gunar,
L.C.S.W., social worker, child study team, Bergen County Special
Services

"D'Amico and Gallaway's book shows great
depth and understanding of the learning needs of all students. The
book includes many insights and activities designed to build self
esteem and make learning fun!" --Anthony
Rufo, Independent Teacher/Tutoring Business

"This book is an excellent reference which includes all
the components necessary to enable all different types of learners
to maximize their academic potential! A great reference book for
new teachers!"--Reverend John S. Lange,
S.J., former university administrator and member of professional
faculty, University of Scanton

THE AUTHORS

Joan D'Amico, M.A., L.D.T.C., is a learning disabilities teacher
and consultant in the Garfield School District in New Jersey.?She
has over 15 years of experience as a learning disabilities teacher
and consultant in both public and private schools, and also has a
private practice as a learning disabilities specialist.??

Kate Gallaway has over 15 years of teaching experience and has
worked with districts and teachers nationwide on differentiated
instruction for mathematics.? She is also the co-author of Managing
Your Mathematics Classroom.