Introduction
The main feature of the differentiated classroom is its uniqueness which is provided by the teacher’s authorization to complete freedom of action. The atmosphere in the school should be respectful, welcoming, and safe. The pupils group must be changed permanently, reflecting student achievements. Teachers must become mentors for their students, aimed at success through various activities, including pre-assessment, planning and investigation, interest centers and independent study.
Discussion
Math is much easier to teach with new methods and techniques than it used to be, especially with Number Talks. This type of teaching provides all the pupils with access to reason and justifies their thinking while studying the subject. The benefits of differentiated instruction include proactiveness, high quality, ongoing assessment, and different approaches toward the subject matter, education, and final result. Even if, for some tasks, the class is separated into groups, the teaching remains organic and student-centered. The only noticeable disadvantage is that it may be hard for children to change their learning habits if they are not studying in a differentiated class from the beginning.
Conclusion
Thus, pupils’ learning needs can only be met in the differentiated classroom as this teaching method is directed to influence the learning process itself, not the information presented by the teacher. With this method, comparing the results from the various groups provides a possibility to learn from mistakes without disappointment. Pupils are becoming self-confident and freer to submit their ideas in finding solutions to new tasks without the fear of failing.