Application of a differentiated approach in 7th grade algebra lessons as a means of improving student performance

The article discusses the application of a differentiated approach in 7th grade algebra classes as a means of improving students' academic performance. It analyzes the features of implementing this approach and its impact on improving students' academic performance and motivation. The goal is to test the effectiveness of the differentiated approach. A comparative analysis of students' academic performance before and after implementing the differentiated approach was conducted during a pedagogical experiment. The results confirmed the effectiveness of using different levels of difficulty in the tasks, as students demonstrated a higher level of understanding of the topic "Factoring Polynomials." The article discusses both the advantages and potential challenges associated with implementing this method.

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