In the video “Differentiated instruction using Learning Menus”, the strategies that Mary Vagenas used to promote student understanding was using note taking and recognition. Students were asked to choose a topic which considered to be their “appetizer”. Under this, students practice literacy skills that are being addressed for the specific activities. Once students finish with their “appetizer” they receive a grade which is classified under the strategy of providing recognition. Students get rewarded by moving on to the “entrée” portion of their assignment. Burden and Byrd state, “Student achievement can enhance by recognizing their accomplishments” (Burden & Byrd, 2007, p. 174). Students see success by moving on which gives them great motivation
