Struggling to support lower-achieving students without lowering the bar? In this episode, I share nine practical strategies for using scaffolding and intentional support to help all students reach their full potential. These tips aren’t about making things easier but about making learning more accessible and meaningful. By making small, intentional shifts in your teaching, you can create a classroom where students feel capable, motivated, and confident in tackling the content!

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Related Episodes:

• Episode 92, 5 Ways to Have Precise Pacing and Tight Transitions in Your Secondary Science Classroom
• Episode 168, Differentiation in Your Science Classroom - Simple Tips to Decrease Overwhelm 
• Episode 169, Differentiating for Higher Achieving Students (That Isn’t Just Extra Work)

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