Discuss the key differences between within-class and between-class ability grouping. Give one example of each type as a student might experience it.

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The answers should describe concepts of homogeneity and heterogeneity; within-class grouping as involving intact, self-contained classrooms, and between-class grouping involving different classes; within-class grouping usually seen in elementary school and between-class grouping more common in secondary education. Examples should highlight these differences.

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