An elementary teacher suggests between-class ability grouping for her fifth-grade team. Which of the following is an example of this type of grouping?

a) Students are placed in mixed ability cooperative learning groups
b) Students of high socioeconomic status mentor students of low socioeconomic status
c) Students are separated into reading ability groups within the home room
d) Gifted students from the fifth grade receive separate instruction


d Between class ability grouping is the practice of grouping students in separate classes according to ability level. Cooperative learning groups and reading-ability are typically within-class groupings.

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