This term we're learning to play sardines

Article Abstract:

Primary school classes often have more than 30 pupils, leading to physical overcrowding and teaching problems. From 1988 to 1991, the number of pupils in large classes increased by 13%, a situation exacerbated by primary school budgets being based on pupil numbers. Evidence from the Institute of Education suggests that teacher effectiveness is reduced in large classes and that small classes particularly help younger children. Her Majesty's Inspectors have admitted that large classes do affect concentration and quiet study.

United Kingdom, Schools, School plant management

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Let's all play musical chairs

Article Abstract:

The arrangement of classroom seating can have a significant impact on children's work rates, according to new research. Arranging seats in rows can lead to a considerable increase in time spent working, as the teacher has eye contact with all the children and the children have less opportunity to talk to each other. However, seating arrangements must be flexible enough to be matched to particular activities, and grouping seats together is often appropriate for activities where resources have to be shared.

Research, Classroom management, Classroom techniques

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A learning experience that's beyond belief

Article Abstract:

Church schools will be affected by the White Paper which permits the establishment of new grant-maintained schools by groups such as Muslims and evangelicals. The Anglicans run over 1/3 of all primary schools in England and Wales with local pupils as well as church members. Some innner-city schools have a majority of Muslim pupils. Roman Catholic schools admit more and more non-Catholic pupils. Mr Patten values church schools for their discipline and training against materialsim.

Management, Reports, Education, Church schools, Parochial schools

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