Effectiveness of Adaptive Learning Platforms in Supporting Instructional Differentiation in Modern Secondary Schools
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.55927/eajmr.v5i10.10Keywords:
Adaptive Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Secondary Education, Educational TechnologyAbstract
This study evaluates the effectiveness of adaptive learning platforms in supporting instructional differentiation within modern secondary school environments. Employing a qualitative research design rooted in literature review and library research methods, this study systematically analyzes scholarly articles, peer-reviewed journals, educational reports, and digital repositories published over the past decade. The findings reveal that adaptive learning technologies significantly enhance instructional differentiation by enabling educators to deliver customized content, monitor individual student progress efficiently, and implement targeted interventions. The paper concludes that while adaptive learning platforms serve as robust instruments for pedagogical differentiation, their success relies heavily on strong technological infrastructure, continuous professional development for educators, and balanced integration with teacher-led instruction.
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