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“We need to develop a robust set of tools - strategies and routines - that help us address student variance. It's easy to come to rely on two or three "trusty" instructional strategies like worksheets and lectures. Those are of little help in planning for a variety of student needs. As we develop a better toolbox, we're empowered to meet students where they are.”

Quote by Carol Ann Tomlinson

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Carol Ann Tomlinson

Carol Ann Tomlinson is a renowned American educationalist and author, born on February 17, 1944. Her work has had a profound impact on the field of education, particularly known for her philosophy of personalized instruction. more

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