D658 WGU section 4 WGU D658 Definitions with 100% accuracy(Verified by professors)

adaptation

a change made to the learning environment, available equipment, or how assignments/ assessments are completed by a student

accommodation

a change made to the way instruction is delivered or to the way curriculum is accessed by student

culturally responsive teaching

an approach that acknowledges and values students customs, characteristics, experiences, and perspectives to improve classroom instruction

competency

the capability to apply or use a set of related knowledge, skills, abilities and intellectual behaviors required to successfully perform tasks in a defined setting

modifications

a change to the content and skills that students are expected to learn/master

product

refers to how students demonstrate their understanding of conduct

content

refers to the knowledge, understanding and skills students are expected to acquire

differentiation

an attempt to address the variation of learners in the classroom through multiple approaches that modify instruction and curriculum to match the individual needs of students

affect/learning environment

encompasses the physical and emotional atmosphere of the classroom

ADHD

a neurodevelopment disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity; students with ADHD may struggle with focus, organization, and time management

gifted and talented

demonstrates exceptional abilities in one or more areas, such as intellectual, creative, artistic, leadership, or specific academic fields

English Learners (ELs)

individuals who are learning English as a second language; individuals may have varying levels of proficiency in English and may need additional support to access the curriculum

process

focuses on how students make sense of and internalize the content

Culturally responsive pedagogy

a teaching method that recognizes that students learn differently and that these differences are connected to their family structure, cultural identity, language, and background

learning disability

a neurologically based processing disorder that can interfere with a specific area of learning, such as reading, writing or math

Competency based education

candidates progress through courses as soon as they can prove they have mastered the material, rather than advancing only when the semester or term ends; candidates who ca learn faster spend more time on school work, or learn from knowledge they already have from previous work or school experience can accelerate through course