Cooperative Grouping- Using groups to assist students in getting work done, any age can benefit, socialization, roles are important, small groups work best. Identifying Similarities and Differences- Be aware of cultural differences, multiculturalism, language, writ instructions as much as possible, levels of understanding and behavior, personalities. Non-linguistic and Graphic Organizers- graphic organizers stimulate brain activity, maps and charts, story boards, problem and solution board, Venn diagram. (Dinah Zike) Homework and Practice- helps reinforce learning, childs grade level time 10 for study time, parent role is facilitator, mastery and understanding, self-, expectations, models, examples, practice and preparation, develop HW policy, send notes home, comments, grade promptly, take home folder, consequences, accountability, supports teacher parent and student communication. Questions and Ques- Encourages participation, imagination, during instruction process, end of class recall Advances Organizers- stimulates brain activity, understanding, and organization of thoughts. Marzano's 6 Instructional Strategies Cooperative Group Identifying Similarities and Differences Non- Linguistic and Graphic Organizer Homework and Practice Questions and Ques Advanced Organizers