Chapter 5 was useful because catering to the individual while still covering ground with an entire class has always been a concern of teachers. From the classic, "What if I don't reach this student," to the complex "How do I teach in a way that interests the majority, not just my _____ kids," the teacher's role in creating a learning environment for 'everyone' is a hard one.
One point that stuck out to me was the fact that as a teacher, we can take advantage of students' differences. For example, if you have a strong writer, let them be the note-taker of the group, if you have someone who diligently follows instructions, have them be the one in the group who takes care of the nitty gritty. I thought the "Identifying Roles for Small Group Work" questionnaire on page 96 was brilliant! Not only are you finding out crucial information about students (from how they work best, to who not to pair them with -- example: two leader types in one group), but the students are also discovering their own strengths and weaknesses!
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