ABSTRACT

Learn how to increase rigor so that all students can reach higher levels of learning! With this new edition of a teacher-tested best seller, you get practical ideas for increasing text complexity, providing scaffolding during reading instruction, creating open-ended projects, and much more. The enhanced second edition provides important connections to the Common Core State Standards, plus new sections on problem-based learning, implementation of high standards, and working with special-needs students.

chapter 1|12 pages

The Case for Rigor

chapter 2|22 pages

Digging Into Rigor

chapter 3|18 pages

Raise the Level of Content

chapter 4|16 pages

Increase Complexity

chapter 5|18 pages

Give Appropriate Support and Guidance

chapter 6|22 pages

Open Your Focus

chapter 7|16 pages

Raise Expectations

chapter 8|20 pages

Assessment and Grading

chapter 10|16 pages

Opportunities and Challenges