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differenzieren

to differentiate, to make distinctions; to differentiate teaching (by ability)

verb di-fe-ren-TSEE-ren Rare
People & Society Education

Origin: from Latin differentia (difference)

Usage Note

Differenzieren in pedagogy means adapting instruction to meet the varying needs of learners — giving different tasks to different ability groups. Innere Differenzierung (differentiation within a mixed class) is a key concept in inclusive education.

Examples

"Die Lehrerin differenziert den Unterricht, damit sowohl schwächere als auch stärkere Schüler profitieren."

Natural Translation

The teacher differentiates her teaching so that both weaker and stronger pupils benefit.

Literal Translation

The teacher differentiates the teaching, so that both weaker and also stronger pupils benefit.

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