The Multi-grade Classroom

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The Multi-grade Classroom is written by Joel Gajadharsingh and published by Canadian Education Association. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0920315488 (ISBN 10) and 9780920315484 (ISBN 13).

This study is meant as an exploratory study to determine the extent to which multi-grade classrooms exist in school districts in Canada. Specifically, it obtains demographic information on multi-grade classrooms across Canada; describes the type (or classification) of grades and grade combinations in these schools; identifies the range of methodological procedures used and the instructional areas in which teachers need assistance; elicits the opinions of experienced teachers and principals on the psycho-social and cognitive development of students; and derives recommendations on curricula design, the organization of students for instructional purposes, the training of teachers for the multi-grade classroom, and needed research.