How to Differentiate Instruction in Mixed-Ability Classrooms (2nd Edition)

This expanded second edition provides teachers with practical guidance in addressing the diverse needs of students in mixed-ability classrooms.  The author suggests ideas for how to match instructional approaches to readiness, interests, and talents of students and discusses learning centers, hands-on activities, contracts, investigative projects, and more.  An appendix lists strategies, including pretesting for competence ("compacting"). independent projects, interest centers, and tiered assignments.  (Published by the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.)