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Dever, Martha Taylor; And Others – Principal, 1994
Recent research supports Vygotsky's "zone of proximal development" theory; children receiving peer assistance can stretch their learning beyond their individual accomplishment. A study of a multiage classroom revealed three strategies used by children working together to solve math problems--modeling, tutoring, and pairing/sharing…
Descriptors: Age Differences, Child Development, Cooperative Learning, Developmental Programs
