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Block Scheduling and Its Gift of Time: A Comprehensive Review

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Title: Block Scheduling and Its Gift of Time: A Comprehensive Review
Language: English
Authors: Morris, Robert C.
Source: Educational Planning. Spr 2022 29(2):61-77.
Availability: International Society for Educational Planning. 2903 Ashlawn Drive, Blacksburg, VA 24060. Tel: 770-833-1948; Web site: http://isep.info/educational-planning-journal
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 17
Publication Date: 2022
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Evaluative
Descriptors: Block Scheduling, Time on Task, Educational Environment, Teacher Morale, Academic Achievement, Educational Change
ISSN: 1537-873X
Abstract: This article gives an historical perspective of block scheduling as well as looking squarely at the advantages and disadvantages of it. It focuses on how block scheduling affects such things as school climate, staff morale, and most importantly student achievement. Results from surveys given to administrators and students utilizing block scheduling form the basis for discussing a number of the issues and problems generated by utilizing block scheduling. These issues include such things as the scheduling of students in classes to adjusting individual teaching styles to better meet the needs of learners in extended class periods.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2022
Accession Number: EJ1356890
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This article gives an historical perspective of block scheduling as well as looking squarely at the advantages and disadvantages of it. It focuses on how block scheduling affects such things as school climate, staff morale, and most importantly student achievement. Results from surveys given to administrators and students utilizing block scheduling form the basis for discussing a number of the issues and problems generated by utilizing block scheduling. These issues include such things as the scheduling of students in classes to adjusting individual teaching styles to better meet the needs of learners in extended class periods.
ISSN:1537-873X