Many teachers realize that there are many benefits to small group instruction. Small group activities encourage collaboration, greater student participation, increased feedback, and greater opportunities to tailor lessons to students’ individual needs. The trick is, how do we manage the process? How do we keep students accountable for their work? How do we set up…
Small Group Management Ideas for the Classroom
Managing small groups can be tricky. In younger grades, students may need more assistance or have more questions about what they need to complete. In the upper elementary and middle grades, minimizing distraction is key. Three really good teachers shared their expertise and ideas for managing small groups instead of letting them manage your classroom.
Grouping ELLs for Learning Success
Teachers use student grouping for many reasons. Some teachers group students by behavior in order to improve their classroom management. Some teachers group students by academic levels in order to provide struggling students with peer tutors. Some teachers group students by interest levels, in order to increase student led learning. However, I rarely hear of…