“Everything is so linear, but this makes me think diagonally!” ~ a student describing Byrdseed.TV

Floors and ceilings

Raising Ceilings For One, Raise Ceilings For All

When we create tasks designed to meet the needs of our most obviously talented students, we make it possible for other students to rise up as well. This, except using basketball as a metaphor.

Aim for High Ceilings and Low Floors

To differentiate, aim for one complex task that is well-scaffolded, not three completely different tasks. Aim high and scaffold down.