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Students learn more when they're grouped by reading level -- and teachers are happier
Ability grouping works for K-2 readers.

Joanne Jacobs
Jun 192 min read
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1 classroom, 5 achievement levels: The learning chasm
Trying to teach students who are way above and way below grade level in the same classroom puts an impossible burden on teachers, reports...

Joanne Jacobs
Mar 7, 20232 min read
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Ignoring smart kids isn't a smart strategy
Gifted students deserve an education that fits their needs, argues Brandon Wright on Fordham's Advance newsletter. Acceleration and...

Joanne Jacobs
Dec 8, 20221 min read
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Is 'equity' the enemy of excellence?
The "exodus of families from traditional public-school districts is a warning message," writes Jessica Levin on EdPost. Focusing...

Joanne Jacobs
Oct 4, 20223 min read
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