GT+Weekly+Teaching+Strategy+Product+Option+Menu

= GT Weekly Teaching Strategy: Product Option Menu = PRODUCT OPTION MENU // Providing product options facilitates tiering as teachers can more readily match products to students’ learning strengths and needs (Kingore, 2006). A product option menu may look like a grid and contain anywhere from 4-25 different options students may choose from. See an example of a Character Analysis Product Option Menu (M. Miller, 2008) below. // Teacher tips for developing and using a Product Option Menu
 * 1. Create a family tree for two or more of the characters in the story. Write a synopsis of why the family tree is important in understanding character motivation and traits. ||  2. Create a new problem for one of the characters in the story. Diagram a solution to the problem based on the information you know about the character and how he/she/it solves problems.  ||  3. Write a script for one of the scenes in the book. Include dialog that is appropriate for each character based on their traits and personality.  ||
 * 4. Choreograph a dance that would interpret A) a scene involving characters from the story or B) the personalities and traits of one or more characters from the story. ||  5. Write a series of letters between one or more characters in the story. Include personal thoughts and feelings the characters may have about events in the story.  ||  6. Make a map of one or more of the places that the characters interact in the story.  ||
 * 7. Design a game that involves characters and events from the story and problems they actually face or could face based on information you’ve learned from the story. ||  8. Identify all of the character traits of one or more characters from the story. Evaluate which are positive, negative, or both and tell why.  ||  9. Design and present a PowerPoint that illustrates the main characters in the story. You may include pictures, graphs, video clips, recorded voice, story narration, and more.  ||
 * Use Bloom’s Taxonomy to focus on tasks that incorporate high-order thinking skills.
 * Think about the special interests and talents of your students. Create options that would motivate students and would also give them an opportunity for a challenge.
 * Design options based on your objectives and learning goals.
 * Start small. Giving kids a menu with just four options will still pique their interest and provide them with differentiated instruction.
 * Be specific about your expectations for products.
 * Give students an opportunity to present to an audience and receive feedback.