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Block Scheduling for the Middle Level: A Cautionary Tale about the Best Features of Secondary School Models.

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Hackmann, Donald G. – Middle School Journal, 2002

Explains why block scheduling has become accepted practice at the secondary level and describes potential benefits for middle level schools. Shares common scheduling approaches and discusses their appropriateness for use at the middle level. Presents alternative models that would permit middle school faculties to capitalize on the benefits of…

Descriptors: Block Scheduling, Class Organization, Flexible Scheduling, Middle Schools

Making Time for Authentic Teaching and Learning. Gateways to Experience.

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Duis, Mac – Kappa Delta Pi Record, 1995

This paper discusses the challenges and difficulties of adopting new "authentic" methods of instruction that help students not only learn but also develop habits that enable them to use their knowledge more effectively. "Authentic" methods of instruction are defined as those that require students to produce (not just reproduce) knowledge relevant…

Descriptors: Class Organization, Classroom Environment, Course Organization, Curriculum Development