So Far we have looked at Differentiation and CAST approaches to individual differences. Here are those differences in chart form:
| Differentiated Instruction | CAST: Universal Design |
| Concrete Abstract | Recruiting Interest |
| Simple Complex | Perception |
| Basic to Transformational | Physical Action |
| Few Facets to Multi Facets | Sustained Interest and Persistence |
| Smaller Leaps to Greater Leaps | Language & Symbols |
| More Structured to More Open | Expression & Communication |
| Less Independent to Greater Independence | Self-Regulation |
| Quicker to Slower | Comprehension |
| Clearly defined vs fuzzy problems | Executive Function |
There are several models/sites that again focus on how learners differ: Some focus on only one “characteristic” or descriptor. For example
Growth Mindset
https://biglifejournal.com/blogs/blog/teach-growth-mindset-kids-activities
Mindfulness
GRIT
A more extensive set of “characteristics” or descriptors was proposed by Arthur L. Costa and Bena Kallick called “Habits of Mind”, and we will explore those on the next post.
