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Active Learning Time in Mixed Age Classes.
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Veenman, Simon; And Others – Educational Studies, 1985
Results showed hardly any differences in time-on-task behavior between third and fourth grade pupils in mixed age single age mathematics and language arts classes in the Netherlands. Students in mixed age classes spent more time working individually. The ability level of the students had little impact on time-on-task behavior. (Author/RM)
Descriptors: Age Differences, Comparative Education, Educational Research, Grade 3
Long Term Effects of a Staff Development Programme on Effective Instruction and Classroom Management for Teachers in Multigrade Classes.
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Veenman, Simon; Raemaekers, Jan – Educational Studies, 1995
Presents the findings of a six-year staff development program for multigrade teachers. Discovers a significant increase in the time on task levels of the pupils and the instructional and classroom management skills of the teachers. Discusses the implications of, and problems with, the study. (MJP)
Descriptors: Analysis of Covariance, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Educational Assessment