Summary:
Grouping Strategies
Grouping Strategies
1. Random Grouping
2. Academic Performance-Based Grouping
Homogeneous Grouping
Heterogeneous Grouping
3. Interest-Based Grouping
4. Additional Innovative Grouping Methods
Unique Grouping Techniques
1. Random Grouping
- Use apps or draw sticks to randomly assign students to groups
- Helps students branch out and work with different peers
- Ensures equal group sizes
2. Academic Performance-Based Grouping
Homogeneous Grouping
- Group students with similar academic achievement levels
- Useful for targeted instruction in specific skills
- Best used sparingly to avoid stigmatization
Heterogeneous Grouping
- Mix students with varying skill levels
- Allows high-performing students to support struggling learners
- Encourages peer learning and collaboration
3. Interest-Based Grouping
- Group students with similar interests
- Increases motivation and engagement
- Allows for more personalized learning experiences
4. Additional Innovative Grouping Methods
- Learning style groups (multiple intelligences)
- Knowledge of topic groups
- Skill or strategy-specific groups
- Student choice groups
Unique Grouping Techniques
- Line-up methods (by birthday, favorite food, etc.)Hand-up, stand-up pairing
- Using playing cards
- Four corners activity
- Puzzle piece matching
“When students come together in groups, they don’t just share knowledge—they build bridges of understanding that span beyond the classroom.”
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