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Hansen, Del; Gutman, Marilyn; Smith, Jim – Phi Delta Kappan, 2000
Describes a New Mexico high school's method of handling advanced-placement courses in a 2X4 block schedule that raises passing rates, compensates for loss of contact time, and gives most students opportunities to take desired AP courses. AP electives demand prerequisites and are scheduled only during spring semester. (MLH)
Descriptors: Advanced Placement, Block Scheduling, Elective Courses, High Schools
Queen, J. Allen – Phi Delta Kappan, 2000
Successful block scheduling depends on provision of initial and ongoing instructional training. Teaching strategies should vary and include cooperative learning, the case method, the socratic seminar, synectics, concept attainment, the inquiry method, and simulations. Recommendations for maximizing block scheduling are outlined. (Contains 52…
Descriptors: Administrative Problems, Advanced Placement, Alternative Assessment, Block Scheduling
