Creating Nongraded K-3 Classrooms

by Hovda, Ric A.; Kyle, Diane W.; McIntyre, Ellen

• ISBN13: 9780803964860
• ISBN10: 0803964862
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1996-04-23
• Publisher: Corwin Pr

Summary

Many schools in the United States are considering moving from traditional, skill-based instruction to child-centred instruction in nongraded, primary classrooms. This book describes nongraded, primary programmes that illustrate developmentally appropriate practices for teaching young children. Seven critical attributes to these programmes are examined including multiage//multiability grouping, professional teamwork, positive parental involvement and authentic assessment.

Table of Contents

Reforming the Education of Young Children

PART ONE: REFORM AS A PERSONAL JOURNEY - Katherine Alexander

We Are Here - Anne Dill and Geraldine Hendricks

Team Teaching

A Journey of Professional Bonding and Reflective Practice - Cathy Cool

Sea of Changes

Finding Sunken Treasures in Shark-Infested Waters

PART TWO: AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT AND CONTINUOUS PROGRAMS - Kris Gregory et al

Assessment in a Nongraded Primary Program

Discovering Children's Voices and Talents - Tina Cron, Joy Spears, and Donna Stottmann

`Let the Wild Rumpus Start!'

The Story of One Multi-Age//Multi-Ability Classroom - Phillip Poore and Cheryl Armstrong

Multi-Age, Multi-/f003Abilities

An Inclusive Primary Program - Kathy Birdwhistell et al

Learning to Assess

Teachers, Students, and Parents Together

PART THREE: CHALLENGES OF MAKING TRANSITIONS - Bridget Baker and Lisa Smith

Facing the Seven Critical Attributes - Karen Adkins

From Philosophy to Practice

A Continuous Struggle for Excellence - Beverly Wells

What About the Skills? Shouldn't I Be Teaching Them?

PART FOUR: REFORM AS A SHARED BEHAVIOR - Catherine Pillow et al

What a Difference a Year Makes - Joe Jacovino

A Principal's Perspective for Educational Reform - Jeannie Bass, Linda Bibee, and Diana Heidelberg

Partnerships for Learners - Ellen McIntyre, Ric A Hovda, and Diane W Kyle

Lessons on Creating Nongraded Primary Programs or Implementing Other Systemic Changes - Ric A Hovda, Diane W Kyle, and Ellen McIntyre

Professional Development Possibilities