Most important to remember. Tiering is only necessary and used for differentiating readiness. The concept of tiering suggests that teachers have layered curriculum. Students learn differently. Fact. You have to adjust accordingly so that everyone is gaining knowledge that is at their "tier" and which they are READY for.
When the teacher plans this right she will make it so everyone is successful without feeling stupid, or like they aren't as smart as some of the more advanced students. This is so necessary because learning isn't a competition. It's about gaining for knowledge and experiences that we can add to our "toolbox" of life. These are the things that will make us go far in life, but we have to remember that it is a latter to climb, not a "jump as high as you possibly can and skip everything in-between" kind of ordeal. Make sure you teach your students this.
I found this website I really liked that talks about how to create a tiered lesson. Click here to see.
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Laurel (like Carl)
Great website! I watched a video about starting slow to tier, and they referred to the "tiers" as being for your "not-quite-readies," your "just readies" and your "ready-to-go-beyonds." Neat resource! 5 pts.
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