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Kirk, John S.; Fahlman, Bradley D. – Journal of Chemical Education, 2020
Because of COVID-19 precautions, instructors worldwide were required to introduce a variety of virtual instruction modes to complete the Spring 2020 semester. Herein we describe parallel efforts in contextualized chemistry courses at two institutions--Carthage College and Central Michigan University. These courses are primarily designed for…
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Concept Teaching, Online Courses
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Zahorik, John A. – Educational Leadership, 1999
SAGE is a five-year class-size-reduction program being implemented in 80 Wisconsin schools. A longitudinal, evaluative study is being conducted in 30 SAGE schools. Small classes have three effects leading to increased individualization: fewer discipline problems, greater knowledge of students, and more teacher enthusiasm (using directive methods).…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Individualized Instruction, Longitudinal Studies, Primary Education
Schwartz, Wendy – 2003
Researchers have long investigated whether smaller classes improve student achievement. Their conclusions suggest that class size reduction (CSR) can result in greater in-depth coverage of subject matter by teachers, enhanced learning and stronger engagement by students, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and safer schools with fewer…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Class Size, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
Lauren B. Resnick; Chris Zurawsky – American Educational Research Association (AERA), 2003
Most education research has confirmed that small classes yield benefits. Research also has revealed nuances about how and when small classes will work best, where an investment will result in maximum return, and exactly how many students a "small" class should have. The details of these findings can help policymakers strike a practical…
Descriptors: Class Size, Small Classes, Educational Environment, Low Achievement
Thompson, Charles L.; Cunningham, Elizabeth K. – 2001
This report summarizes research on the effects of class size reduction, outlines lessons learned from large-scale class size reduction initiatives in California and Wisconsin, and draws out implications of the research and lessons for class size reduction in North Carolina. The evidence that smaller classes promote increased learning is strongest…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Class Size, Educational Change, Educational Finance