Research-based Evidence For Using Choice Boards in the Classroom

Session Description:
Choice boards are a simple strategy that teachers can use to provide their students with voice and choice in the kinds of activities they complete. Although the teacher specifies which activities the student will choose from, the student gets to choose from several sets of options that match their learning style. Join Michelle Dragalin as she shares twelve pieces of research-based evidence that supports the use of choice boards in the classroom. You will also walk away with time-saving tips for designing choice boards that are adaptable to your students’ individual needs and how to incorporate them into your instructional plan.

Learning Objective:

Explore twelve pieces for research-based evidence that supports the use of choice boards in the classroom as an effective tool for differentiating instruction.

Design a content area or grade level area specific choice board to meet the needs of diverse learners in the classroom.

Assessment: Participants will join a collaborative backchannel chat and discuss the evidence for using choice boards to demonstrate their understanding of the session objectives and reflect on their learning.