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All rights reserved.  \nSession structure  \n• What are mixed attainment maths classes?  \n• Using progress maps to allow student to regulate their own activity  \n• Open do now activities / goal free problems  \n• Teacher explanation and differentiated lesson activities  \n• Pupil Reflection  \nWhat are mixed attainment maths classes?  \nIn this section we will look at what a mixed attainment maths class is and the pros and cons of teaching in mixed attainment classes.  \nWhat are mixed attainment maths classes?  \nMixed attainment classes are classes that have a range of:  \n• Prior attainment  \n• SEN  \n• Pupil Premium  \n• Attitude to Learning  \n• EAL  \nWhat are mixed attainment maths classes?  \nAdvantages of mixed attainment classes at KS3 include that they:  \n• Promote a ‘can do attitude’ among pupils, a growth mindset.  \n• Ensure that all pupils experience rich activities and ambitious learning.  \n• Teach pupils how to regulate their own learning.  \n• Promote social equity, fairness of access to the curriculum.  \n• Promote collaborative learning and collaborative teaching.  \nWhat are mixed attainment maths classes?  \nAdvantages of mixed attainment classes at KS4 include that they:  \n• Ensure higher students are fully confident with foundation knowledge and skills.  \n• Give Foundation students opportunities to work on higher material.  \n• Promote independent learning.  \n• Better prepare students if their tier is changed (both ways) .  \n• Allow for matching vulnerable or challenging students with the right teachers.  \nChanging the culture of the classroom  \nSome of our students’ responses to questions about being taught in mixed attainment groups:  \nChanging the culture of the classroom (continued)","cbCaiqHTRhzinhQg","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiqHTRhzinhQg","pdf",2523830,45,"English","# Introduction to Mixed Attainment Maths Classes\n## Defining Mixed Attainment\n## Advantages for KS3\n## Advantages for KS4\n# Classroom Culture and Strategies\n## Progress Mapping and Self-Regulation\n## Lesson Activities and Student Feedback","[{\"question\":\"What are the primary advantages of mixed attainment classes for KS3 students?\",\"answer\":\"Advantages for KS3 include promoting a 'can do' growth mindset, ensuring access to ambitious learning, teaching students to regulate their own learning, and fostering social equity and collaborative practices.\"},{\"question\":\"How does the mixed attainment approach benefit KS4 students?\",\"answer\":\"It ensures higher-attaining students solidify foundation knowledge, provides foundation students with exposure to higher-level content, promotes independent learning, and helps prepare students for potential tier changes.\"},{\"question\":\"What do students report liking about being in a mixed attainment class?\",\"answer\":\"Students appreciate that these classes feel more equal and less stressful because there is no explicit comparison between the 'best' and 'worst' performers. 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