Small Groups for Secondary Classrooms

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Small Groups are a key instructional strategy that enables you to meet the needs of all students by placing them in small groups according to instructional needs for a portion of t heir instruction. This type of flexible grouping allows support to reach all levels of students: struggling students receive support to learn and practice on grade level, grade-level students continue to advance their learning, and high achievers extend their knowledge and skills to achieve growth beyond grade level requirements. While typically used in reading and math, flexible small groups allow teachers in all content areas to differentiate instruction. Small Group For Secondary Classrooms empower educators to deliver targeted, personalized support without sacrificing the momentum of whole-group instruction. Rather than relying solely on one-size-fits-all lessons, effective small group models strategically balance collaboration, differentiation, and intervention to meet students where they are and move them forward.Research shows that purposeful grouping, guided instruction, and distributed practice deepen learning, strengthen retention, and promote student agency. Learn how to design dynamic small group experiences and engaging learning stations that align with learning goals, reinforce essential concepts, and respond to diverse needs. Master the art of using formative assessment to create flexible groups. With this Small Groups in Secondary Classrooms professional learning, you will be able to… •Explain the purpose and benefits of using small groups to support student learning. •Identify key components of a small group model that balances collaboration, differentiation, and intervention. •Explain how learning stations can be used to reinforce, extend, and personalize instruction. •Use formative assessment strategies to create purposeful and dynamic small groups. •Plan targeted instruction within small groups that aligns with learning goals and builds on whole-group instruction. •Differentiate instruction through small groups to address students' diverse needs and learning progressions. •Design and implement learning stations and structured small group activities that provide previewing, remediation, structured review, and additional support. Show more