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Research also suggests that mathematics tasks which
are group worthy and rich with detail are best suited for
engaging students of all ability levels9
 and hence are well
suited for use in heterogeneous classrooms.

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I would love to see examples of this being done effectively; I have yet to see group work assigned at the elementary level that doesn't essentially end up being 'the two top kids in the group have to do everything (and redo what the lower performers have done) in order to turn in a product that will get them a grade they are happy with.'

I know it's done to boost grades (and not to, you know, group off the lower achievement kids), and I don't begrudge them doing it occasionally. I am concerned with the idea if it becomes an everyday occurrence. [/quote]

That Stanford professor shares some practices that were used in successful heterogeneous classes. 
https://www.youcubed.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/TIP2006.pdf

More: 
https://www.youcubed.org/resource/group-work/
https://www.youcubed.org/resources/introduction-complex-instruction/

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