Classroom Grouping to Accommodate Students Who Are Not at Grade

Multiple Choice

Classroom grouping to accommodate students who are not at grade level is highly debatable. Which of the following would NOT be advanced as an argument by the detractors?

A) low groups are stigmatized and consequently their self- esteem suffers
B) students progress to different mastery levels of curriculum
C) improper group placements become permanent
D) managing students on different tasks is difficult
E) grouping creates logistical problems