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Jansen, Katie; Kiefer, Sarah M. – Middle School Journal, 2020
Effective educators value young adolescents, are prepared to teach them, and are knowledgeable about this age group. Middle level educators' understanding of adolescent brain development and developmentally responsive teaching strategies can help to support all adolescents' cognitive and social-emotional development in school. This article…
Descriptors: Early Adolescents, Middle School Students, Cognitive Development, Social Development
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Navan, Joy L. – Middle School Journal, 2002
Asserts that many enrichment options are congruent with core beliefs regarding middle school pedagogy and suggests some models that will raise the ceiling of achievement for gifted learners and provide opportunity to enhance the learning of all students. Focuses on: (1) shared vision; (2) flexible grouping structures; (3) varied teaching and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academically Gifted, Curriculum Enrichment, Developmentally Appropriate Practices
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Tomlinson, Carol Ann; Moon, Tonya R.; Callahan, Carolyn M. – Middle School Journal, 1998
Examines four key themes from a national study, focusing particularly on beliefs and practices of middle school teachers and principals as they relate to academically diverse learners. Provides insight into how middle level educators think about and address academic diversity in their schools and classrooms, and suggests areas for staff…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Individual Differences, Individualized Instruction