1. Factors in Tiering Degree of assistance and support
Degree of structure
Required background knowledge and skills
Concrete or more abstract
Quantity of resources
Complexity of process
Complexity of product
Teacher directs instruction
Clearly defined parameters
Minimal, basic information
Process and product are concrete
Single resource is provided
Repetition and guided practice are paced at rate typical for grade level
Simple, correct answers
Teacher facilitates
Open-ended criteria and parameters
Grade-level information
Process and product involve abstract thinking and interpretation
Multiple and varied resources are employed
Minimum repetition and practice allow acceleration
Varied and complex responses
Small group support
More extensive information and understanding is required
Process is simple and short-term
Integration of advanced skills and concepts are required
Individual autonomy
Multiple steps and extended period of time
Simple to high-levels of thinking
Sophisticated research skills are required