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1994
This collection of articles is intended to demonstrate that there is solid research to justify both ability grouping and cooperative learning with gifted students and that each approach should be used judiciously to address particular student needs. Introductory material describes the philosophy and program policy of the Center for Talented Youth…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Cooperative Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted

Wood, Karen D. – Journal of Reading, 1987
Provides a brief overview of the research on cooperative learning, and describes several classroom grouping techniques useful for all grade levels and subject areas. Discusses group retellings, associational dialogue, dyadic learning, needs grouping, the buddy system, cybernetic sessions, and research, interest, ability, tutorial, random social,…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Cooperation, Educational Research, Group Activities
Hertz-Lazarowitz, Rachel; Steinberg, Shimon – 1987
This study analyzes the impact of school structure on the friendship networks of students in desegregated schools in Israel. It highlights the importance of school features, such as the homeclass, to the formation of relationships among seventh through ninth grade students. A review of research literature on this topic is presented in the areas of…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Classroom Environment, Foreign Countries, Friendship

Brandt, Ron – Educational Leadership, 1989
An introductory editorial essay on responding differently to student differences, the theme of this issue of "Educational Leadership." Addresses problems arising from discrimination and tracking, and cites articles that show how dissimilar students can work together. (TE)
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted, Grouping (Instructional Purposes)

Hallinan, Maureen T. – Sociology of Education, 1994
Maintains that ability-group tracking focuses on two issues: (1) whether tracking is more effective in promoting student learning; and (2) whether all students benefit from tracking to the same degree. Concludes that tracking, as currently practiced, tends to be both inequitable and, at least for some students, ineffective. (CFR)
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Academic Ability, Educational Philosophy, Educational Practices

Mills, Carol J.; Durden, William G. – Gifted Child Quarterly, 1992
This article reviews the literature on cooperative learning and ability grouping for gifted students and concludes that grouping, in and of itself, does not affect achievement and that grouping decisions need to be based on educational choices according to students' individual needs. Schools are encouraged to provide both ability grouping and…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Cooperative Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted

Oakes, Jeannie – Sociology of Education, 1994
Responds to Maureen Hallinan's review of research and recommendations regarding grouping students for instructional purposes. Contends that ability grouping is much more than an administrative practice. Concludes that the school's normative, social, and political climate should be the object of reform. (CFR)
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Academic Ability, Educational Philosophy, Educational Practices
Hereford, Nancy-Jo – Instructor, 1993
Ability grouping can impact students' self-esteem and cause segregation. Suggestions for using ability grouping beneficially include reassessing grouping assignments frequently, varying instructional levels and pace, assigning groups based on demonstrated needs and abilities, grouping students for only one or two subjects, and using ability groups…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Academic Achievement, Classes (Groups of Students), Elementary Secondary Education

Male, Mary – Social Studies Review, 1995
Maintains that elementary teachers acknowledge that the concept of a homogeneous classroom is a myth. Discusses key teacher behaviors for diverse classrooms. Presents a model lesson and extension activities designed to help students understand and appreciate cultural diversity. (CFR)
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Classroom Techniques, Cooperative Learning, Cultural Pluralism