Is adapting programs the same as tiered instruction?
Adapting programs is a start, however varying the level of difficulty of questions for certain students and allowing higher level learners to play enrichment games is not enough. The goal is for tasks to appropriately challenge all levels of students so as to meet optimal learning and for all students to achieve success.
Is tiered instruction only for students below grade level?
The idea is that tiered instructions meets the needs of all students. Often gifted students are not appropriately challenged. With tiered instruction the gifted students' needs will be met and they will achieve a new level of success.
Will the tier groups always be the same?
Unless groups are based on individual intelligence tests, groups will vary greatly each time you choose this teaching strategy. Your groups may vary according to the type of tiering you do or the concept you focus on.
How can you fairly assess tiered assignments?
In the education of children we continually assess the individual's progress. Tiered instruction lends to this perfectly. With assignments that appropriately challenge students 'real' progress occurs. Like any other teaching strategy we must use a wide range of assessment tools.
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