Enhance your lesson planning with this professionally designed Differentiated Instruction Lesson Plan Checklist—now available as a fully‑editable Microsoft Word template. Whether you’re aiming to reach all learners in a mixed‑ability classroom or refine your instructional design, this template provides a streamlined, clear scaffold to support high‑quality differentiated instruction.
What You Get
- A ready‑to‑use Word (.docx) file with checkboxes and neatly formatted sections.
- Sections organized by:
- Teacher Information
- Lesson Overview
- Student Readiness Assessment
- Learning Profiles & Interests
- Differentiation by Content
- Differentiation by Process
- Differentiation by Product
- Learning Environment
- Assessment & Feedback
- Reflection & Revision
- Teacher Notes
- Bullet‑point format for easy scanning and quick completion.
- Fully editable — adjust headings, font sizes, checkboxes, or add your school’s branding.
- Printable and classroom‑ready: suitable for teachers, instructional coaches, or professional development sessions.
Why Use This Template?
- Efficient Planning: Spend less time formatting and more time focusing on making learning meaningful.
- Differentiation Focus: Explicitly includes readiness, learning preferences, product options, and environment—supporting best practices in differentiated instruction.
- Versatility: Suitable for any grade level or subject area; adjust content as needed.
- Consistency & Professionalism: Presents your lesson planning in a clear, organized, and professional format—ideal for sharing with colleagues or administrators.
- Re‑usable: Use week after week; customize for recurring units and scaffolded lessons.
How to Use
- Download the .docx file and save a copy for your lesson.
- Fill in the “Teacher Information” (name, grade/subject, date, lesson title).
- Work through each section of the checklist—mark the boxes as you confirm each element of your design.
- Make any necessary adjustments (e.g., add extra rows or rename headings) to match your school’s format or your personal planning style.
- Print the checklist or keep it digitally for your lesson folder. Use it as a guide during instruction and as a reflection tool afterward.
- After teaching, use the “Reflection & Revision” section to note what worked, what didn’t, and plan next‑step improvements.
Ideal For
- Teachers in elementary, middle, or high school who want to ensure effective differentiated instruction.
- Instructional coaches supporting colleagues with differentiated lesson design.
- Professional development workshops focused on meeting the needs of diverse learners.
- Curriculum planners and subject‑area teams are looking to standardize differentiated planning across grade levels.
Before You Download
- Make sure you have a working version of Microsoft Word that supports .docx files.
- After downloading, save the file to a secure location and consider creating a backup.
- Feel free to customise: rename headings, add your own logo, pre‑fill student groups, or colour‑code sections as needed.
Equip your planning with clarity, structure, and a strong foundation for differentiated learning. Download the Differentiated Instruction Lesson Plan Checklist today and prepare lessons that engage all your learners effectively.
