Ability grouping refers to an educational approach that involves making groups of students based on their academic performance and aptitude. The grouping is usually homogeneous i.e., based on similar abilities. The primary objective of this grouping is to make personalized instructions possible from teachers to students specifically based on the individual needs of students. The two most common types of ability grouping are within-class and between-class ability grouping. Both types are part of common educational practice. Ability grouping can be done on the basis of several factors such as those who are high academic achievers can be grouped together. ...Read more
