Ways Students Differ

There are many contributing factors as to the ways in which students differ, including:
(Adapted from McTighe & Tomlinson, 2006, p.17)

• Gender
• Neurological “wiring” for learning
• Abilities
• Disabilities
• Development
• Economic status
• Race
• Culture
• Support systems
• Language
• Experiences
• Prior knowledge
• Adult models for learning
• Trust levels
• Self-concept
• Motivation
• Temperament
• Interpersonal skills
• Interests
• Learning preferences
• Preferences for individuals