Teachers are required to increase the rigor for students, but how? This book by bestselling author and rigor expert Barbara Blackburn has the answer! It is a treasure chest of more than 200 practical and highly-effective tools that can be used across grade levels and subject areas to increase student rigor, leading your students to higher engagement and deeper learning.

Topics covered include...






Asking higher-level questions



Scaffolding to help all students achieve success



Differentiating instruction and using modifications



Fostering independence through gradual release of responsibility



Increasing text difficulty and teaching close reading



Setting high expectations



Changing students' views of success



Encouraging effort and goal-setting



Creating an environment that is conducive to learning



Using effective grading policies and assessment tools



Working with parents, colleagues, and administrators



And much, much more!

Rigor in Your Classroom will be your go-to resource throughout the school year, as you continually return to it to try new tools with your students. Bonus: The tools are accompanied by graphic organizers, charts, templates, and reproducibles for easy implementation.