Educational Concepts and Strategies

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Unit

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A big chunk of lessons focusing on one main topic or theme, such as reading a specific novel or learning about persuasive writing in English class.

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Standards

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Learning goals set by the state or school that students are expected to meet, indicating what students should know and be able to do by the end of a lesson, unit, or grade level.

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Objectives

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Specific things to learn in a lesson or unit, acting as short-term goals that define what you should be able to do by the end of a class or activity.

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Learning Targets

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Clear, student-friendly versions of objectives that break down goals into simple language, clarifying what you're working toward in each lesson.

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Differentiation

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Adjusting lessons to fit the needs of all students, ensuring everyone learns at their level by providing extra help or more challenging tasks as needed.

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Modifications

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Changes to what a student is expected to learn, such as assigning fewer questions or simpler assignments due to learning needs.

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Accommodations

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Changes in how a student learns or demonstrates knowledge without lowering standards, such as extra time on a test or listening to an audiobook.

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Scaffolding

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Providing extra help at the beginning of learning something new, then gradually reducing support as proficiency increases, enabling independent work.

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Assessment

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An activity, such as a quiz, project, or test, that checks how well you’ve learned the material.

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Formative Assessment

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Small checks during a lesson or unit, like quizzes or class discussions, to gauge progress and identify if more help is needed before major tests or projects.