The many changes that are taking place in our schools require all educators to examine a broad range of differentiated teaching techniques for providing equitable instruction for all students. Curriculum compacting is one such process. The process is adaptable to any high school schedule or curriculum, and is flexible enough to be used within the context of rapidly changing approaches to general education.
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