Small Schools - How Effective Are the Academics?

Results of the CognitiveGenesis project show that developmental standard score growth per year is higher in smaller schools. A graph shows specific findings. Other educational research confirms the CognitiveGenesis analysis that multigrade classes, small classes, and small schools are equal to or superior in achievement to single-grade classes, large, classes, and large schools. Possible disadvantages in small schools, such as no full-time administrator or lack of excellent facilities, can be made up for by quality educators experienced in multi-grade and small school pedagogical practices. Additionally, small schools provide greater opportunities for social development and teamwork between those of different ages.

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Availability:
Free
Publication Date:
2015
Authors:
Martha Havens; Jerome D Thayer; Elissa Kido
Publisher:
The Journal of Adventist Education
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Silver Spring, MD  20904-6600

Phone: 301 680 5069
Email: goffc@gc.adventist.org
URL: https://www.journalofadventisteducation.org/
Order Information:
Journal of Adventist Education, Volume 77, Issue 3
Language:
English
Resource Type:
Internet Resources; Published Articles & Papers
Resource Objective:
Development & Training; Research
Level:
Kindergarten-Grade 10
Audience:
Administrator / Leader, Teacher / Faculty, Board Member / Trustee, Parent / Informal Education
Religious Origin:
Seventh-day Adventist