Teachers are required to increase the rigor for students, but how? This book by bestselling author and rigor expert Barbara Blackburn has the answer! It is a treasure chest of more than 200 practical and highly-effective tools that can be used across grade levels and subject areas to increase student rigor, leading your students to higher engagement and deeper learning.
Topics covered include...
Asking higher-level questions
Scaffolding to help all students achieve success
Differentiating instruction and using modifications
Fostering independence through gradual release of responsibility
Increasing text difficulty and teaching close reading
Setting high expectations
Changing students' views of success
Encouraging effort and goal-setting
Creating an environment that is conducive to learning
Using effective grading policies and assessment tools
Working with parents, colleagues, and administrators
And much, much more!
Rigor in Your Classroom will be your go-to resource throughout the school year, as you continually return to it to try new tools with your students. Bonus: The tools are accompanied by graphic organizers, charts, templates, and reproducibles for easy implementation.
