Differentiated Instruction in the Regular Ed Classroom: S2 E17

The Staircase Problem isn't just a math exercise—it’s a pathway to deep conceptual learning, executive function growth, and full classroom inclusion. Whether you're a math teacher, occupational therapist, or intervention specialist, understanding how to scaffold and differentiate this task can transform student engagement and success..****************************************************************************DisabilityLabs.com sponsors this video podcast. 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All versions are available wherever books are sold.Math DYSconnected - To be released in 2025.*************************************************************************TIME STAMPS00:00 Introduction: The power of counting and number sense01:50 The Staircase Problem and its place in the 12 reference tasks02:53 Why number sense is foundational for all math learners04:33 The role of automaticity in math fluency05:51 The Goldilocks principle: Finding the “just right” challenge07:08 Integrating math and cognitive science for deeper learning10:00 Differentiation strategies: Whole-class individualization12:45 Accessibility and inclusion: Adapting materials for all learners15:18 A case study: Adapting the Staircase Problem for distance learning17:19 Why slow, repeated exposure is key to mastery19:51 January math strategy: Revisiting concepts to solidify learning***************************************************************************SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to the Audio version of the podcast here on YouTube or your favorite podcast app.APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tier-1-interventions/id1729403599?uo=4SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/72Wmq8ddduGz4eUMK7LVIyAMAZON MUSIC/AUDIBLE: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/89f67d1a-98b5-4592-a53c-8f4acb3d8029This podcast is created from excerpts from the Tier 1 Interventions Workshop. 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