Classroom Practice

Differentiating an ILAW Lesson Plan for a Large Class

Practical grouping strategies and task tiers that stay realistic when your section is far past the ideal class size.

Joan VillanuevaAugust 20, 20267 min read

Differentiation does not require a separate lesson plan for every learner. A practical ILAW plan can use common objectives with varied support, grouping, and output expectations.

Plan three realistic levels of support

Prepare guided prompts, vocabulary support, or worked examples for learners who need more structure.

Use flexible groups based on current evidence rather than permanent labels.

Keep classroom movement manageable

Write clear instructions and expected outputs directly into the lesson plan.