An empirical model of mixed-age teaching.

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Title: An empirical model of mixed-age teaching.
Authors: Smit, Robbert1 robbert.smit@phsg.ch, Engeli, Eva1
Source: International Journal of Educational Research. 2015, Vol. 74, p136-145. 10p.
Subject Terms: *Mixed age grouping (Education), *Teaching methods
Abstract: Many research studies analysing the effects of multi-graded classes have stated the need for a description of mixed-age teaching for pedagogical reasons. We tried to fill this gap by presenting a theoretical concept transferred onto a measurement model with seven typical elements of mixed-age teaching practices as a basis for future research. Within this structural-equation model, we were also able to trace the relationships between these practices. The empirical data derives from a teacher survey ( N = 280) conducted as part of the Swiss-Austrian project, “Schools in Alpine Regions 2”. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:Many research studies analysing the effects of multi-graded classes have stated the need for a description of mixed-age teaching for pedagogical reasons. We tried to fill this gap by presenting a theoretical concept transferred onto a measurement model with seven typical elements of mixed-age teaching practices as a basis for future research. Within this structural-equation model, we were also able to trace the relationships between these practices. The empirical data derives from a teacher survey ( N = 280) conducted as part of the Swiss-Austrian project, “Schools in Alpine Regions 2”. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:08830355
DOI:10.1016/j.ijer.2015.05.004