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  Case: Higher Level Learners
Mrs. Smith has a class of gifted/advanced students as well as a class of advanced/regular ed students. Mrs. Smith has a hard time "challenging" the higher level learners in the advanced and gifted classes. She establishes high expectations and requires more effort from students in those classes, however the gifted students do not refer to her class as a challenging one. What are some suggestions for Mrs. Smith?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
I agree with the suggestion that Mrs. Smith should try to reach each student at his/her multiple intelligence level. Try grouping students based on those interests and assigning projects or assignments that cater to their interests. Also, from teaching gifted and advanced level students, I have learned that the enjoy and thrive when they are given bigger assignments, like projects or papers, and given a certain amount of time to complete them. With a list of specific expectations for each class period, students can work at their own pace and feel more ownership over their learning if they are "in charge" of each class period. Try incorporating more DOK Level 3 and 4 activities to challenge their critical thinking skills.
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Good solution!
Rated On: March 4, 2016 2:04 am
Rated By: ymyQeg
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This solution seems thorough and applicable to any subject.
Rated On: October 16, 2016 1:52 am
Rated By: uvuVas
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Very detailed, I like the idea.
Rated On: February 25, 2018 8:13 pm
Rated By: upusyb