After studying this chapter, you should be able to answer the following questions:
- What are the potential problems in categorizing and labeling students?
- What is your personal concept of intelligence?
- What is your stance on ability grouping?
- Should you adapt lessons for students with varying learning styles?
- What are the implications of the Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Act (IDEIA) and section 504 for your teaching?
- In your classroom, how will you identify and teach students with hearing, vision, language, and behavior problems, and specific learning disabilities, as well as those who are gifted?