Student Diversity, Third Edition

Classrooms are richer, more vibrant learning spaces when all students are included. Although a diverse group of students may pose challenges, teachers can overcome these challenges and invite all students to become engaged learners, both academically and socially.

Based on extensive classroom research, Student Diversity presents many examples of teachers working together to improve their teaching practice—from the primary and early years to middle school and the secondary years. It offers insights into all aspects of literacy instruction along with frameworks for successfully integrating mathematics and other subject areas into powerful learning opportunities.

This remarkable book provides teachers with the tools they need to better support all students in their classrooms. It shows teachers how to create more vibrant learning by

• collaborating with colleagues and specialists to achieve more,
• using data to inform instruction,
• helping students feel safe and engaged,
• offering voice and choice to motivate students,
• encouraging students to make personal connections with a topic, and
• taking time for thoughtful conversation, activity, and involvement.

Improving instruction is the key to improving student outcomes. This third edition of the popular Student Diversity is rooted in the belief that learning occurs when students interact with teachers and the quality of that interaction is what this book is all about.