Encouraging active learning to help break through barriers of difficult material. Don't forget that everyone learns in different ways. Even when new material is slowly introduced it can be difficult to understand if their learning styles are not met.
First, don't assume students are total blank sheets on certain topics. Find out what they know and the results might be surprising. If the material is especially difficult then break it down as many times as necessary until everyone understands it properly. Try multiple activities to teach to every type of learner. Also, make connections between older material and new material. Using examples of how it can be connected to everyday life is helpful as well.
Breaking down difficult material until everyone understands it is necessary in my mind. Even if that means you didn't cover everything you planned on I would rather have my students concretely understand everything they learned than have a vague concept of everything taught. Presenting hard information in a variety of different ways can make it easier for struggling students to understand and not be left behind.
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