Multiage learning environments in the secondary Montessori classroom
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2015-05-14Author
Simonson, Kristin
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Holleran, Tim
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Developing a successful multiage learning environment in an emerging urban,
public, Montessori middle school has its challenges. However this challenge is
overshadowed by the benefits this type of community fosters. Multiage learning
environments provide students opportunities for peer learning, collaboration and
development of leadership skills. Students will continue to develop the work of their
minds, hands and hearts throughout their adolescent years, contributing their
progressions to others in the multi-grade learning community. This study examines and
explores the effects of various instructional, grouping, and interdisciplinary strategies on
middle school Montessori classes with age grouping. The focus of this study is
restricted to grades sixth through eighth. Strategies implemented and studied include
routine work-time expectations, seating arrangements and charts and collaborative
projects and assignments. The study is an examination of qualitative observations and
is a quantitative analysis of a student survey on multi-grade learning environments. The
success of different strategies was determined by student engagement, work
completion, participation in small groups, and the student survey.
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http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1793/72511Description
Plan B Paper. 2015. Master of Science in Education- Montessori--University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Teacher Education Department. 28 leaves. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 19-21).
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