Sample Teacher Checklist for Addressing the Adaptive Dimension

The Adaptive Dimension is an integral part of Wellness 10 just as it is for all other areas of study. It encourages the teacher to make purposeful adjustments to accommodate diversity in student learning needs within the classroom, gymnasium, community, or outdoor settings in order to help students achieve curriculum objectives.

In this unit of study, I plan to make adaptations in order to optimize students’ learning and help students achieve curriculum objectives by:

___ assessing and evaluating what students know and can do, and what their learning and
instructional needs are in relation to curriculum objectives

___ making contact with, and planning with, the medical team that may be in place for some students
(e.g., exercise therapist, physician, physiotherapist)

___ developing an accommodating and comfortable learning environment for all students

___ affirming cultural backgrounds of students

___ employing appropriate teaching approaches and physical activities to accommodate students’
developmental levels, specific needs, interests, and learning styles as well as the focus related to the
curriculum objectives

___ adjusting the pace of instruction

___ building background knowledge or experience for students when it is needed

___ providing a variety of learning materials, including community resources, to meet students’ needs and interests

___ varying the manner in which students are required to learn

___ employing a variety of assessment strategies so that students can demonstrate their learning in a
variety of ways

___ providing choice for students in learning and assessment activities, types of resources, and learning
environments

___ ensuring appropriate time and supports are provided for students to design, implement, and assess
their action plans in order to make learning their own

___ grouping students for varying purposes

___ providing learning access support for students with special needs (e.g., sign language interpreters,
orientation and mobility coaches)

___ providing challenging opportunities for those students who demonstrate readiness for increasing
responsibilities and conceptually demanding activities at their particular levels.