The Joplin Plan and Within-Class Ability Grouping Produce at Least

question 35

Multiple Choice

The Joplin Plan and within-class ability grouping produce at least moderate gains in learning because of

• A) fewer classroom management problems.
• B) better quality instruction.
• C) higher self-esteem among students in homogeneous groups.
• D) higher performance by high-ability students.

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