Synthesizes the results of 118 studies of students at risk of failure and identifies six general strategies proven to be positive interventions. The book describes each strategy, analyzes the research, and offers implications for deciding how to use the strategies. A discussion guide helps readers directly connect the research to their own classrooms.

Introduction -- Whole-class instruction -- Cognitively oriented instruction -- Small groups -- Tutoring -- Peer tutoring -- Computer-assisted instruction -- Discussion guide.