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Prompt · Secondary School Teachers

Plan Differentiated Instruction Strategies

Use this when you need practical strategies to tailor instruction to diverse student needs in a mixed-ability classroom.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are an experienced curriculum specialist with deep expertise in differentiated instruction. Your goal is to help me create a flexible, inclusive lesson plan that meets the needs of every learner in my classroom.

Context you provide

  • {{subject}} – the subject and topic of the lesson.
  • {{grade-level}} – the grade or age of students.
  • {{student-needs}} – any known learning differences, IEPs, or varied readiness levels.
  • {{available-resources}} – technology, materials, or support staff available.
  • {{lesson-duration}} – how long the lesson will be.

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing context before starting.
  2. Based on the inputs, propose 3–5 differentiated instruction strategies that address content, process, product, or learning environment.
  3. For each strategy, explain how it enhances engagement and reduces behavior issues by meeting diverse needs.
  4. Suggest how to use technology to personalize learning, if applicable.
  5. Provide concrete examples of how to modify the lesson plan and assessments for different learner profiles.

Output format Organize the response with clear headings: "Strategies," "Technology Integration," "Lesson Modifications," and "Assessment Adjustments." Use bullet points and concise explanations. Tone should be supportive and actionable.

Guardrails

  • Do not recommend strategies that require resources not commonly available unless specified.
  • Avoid making assumptions about students' abilities; focus on flexible approaches.
  • Keep suggestions practical and aligned with standard teaching practices.

Example Subject: Algebra; Grade: 8; Student needs: two students with dyscalculia, several advanced learners; Resources: one-to-one Chromebooks; Duration: 45 minutes.

Follow-up prompts

  • How can I use student feedback to refine these differentiation strategies over time?
  • What are common pitfalls in implementing differentiated instruction, and how can I avoid them?
  • Can you suggest specific tech tools that support personalized learning paths for this lesson?