What can I ask Ed for differentiation ideas?

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Here are ideas of requests you can make to Ed (“Talk to Ed!”) to adapt your teaching to different student profiles.

“Give me ideas to work on the same skill with different supports (text, images, audio, video, manipulatives).”
“Suggest different formats to practice [skill] again (oral, written, hands-on, group work).”
“How can I make this activity more concrete or more visual for some students?”
“Can you turn this content into an interactive or game-based activity (quiz, game, team challenge)?”

“Can you adapt this activity for a student with an IEP for a learning disability, such as dyslexia?”
“What can I offer a student who has trouble focusing during work on [ … ]?”
“What accommodations do you suggest for an English learner on [concept]?”
“From this worksheet, suggest a lighter version with simple instructions for a student who needs extra support.”
“Which assistive tools or visual aids do you recommend for a student with a learning disability on [ … ]?”

“Suggest a set of differentiated stations to rework [concept] in 45 minutes.”
“How can I structure a lesson in needs-based small groups around [ … ]?”
“Can you give me examples of differentiated instructions for the same exercise?”
“Give me a differentiation plan for a mixed-ability class on [ … ].”