This Week in Education: Classroom Size
by Ashley Best
Education & Social Media Fellow
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Week of November 16th – November 20th 2009
CLASSROOM SIZE: The number of students per classroom across America has grown exponentially over the past few decades and it is no secret that this classroom overcrowding has a negative impact on the quality of education a student receives. The following links showcase recent studies and articles that delve into the choices that have lead to overcrowding and what could, or should, be done.
Student rally for smaller class sizes in New York City.
1. Elementary School Budget Cuts Hurt : Government budget cuts hurt elementary school students as larger classroom provide less one-on-one time with teachers during pivotal years of development.
2. Safe Buildings or Student Seats? : New York City Schools spend more money on building repairs than on creating more seats to alleviate overcrowding. What makes sense to you?
3. Students Need Their Space : A school’s physical environment is crucial to productive classroom time. The University of Georgia explores the role physical and social distance within schools to promote the appropriate amount of square footage per student.
4. A Step In The Right Direction : Classroom size reduction is the first step toward bettering education; teachers must adjust their teaching strategies to accommodate smaller class sizes if changes are to have lasting effects.
5. Class Size Matters : Class Size Matters is a non-profit dedicated to reducing class sizes in New York City. Check out their awesome links to learn about their plan(s) of action!
Check back for next week’s hot topic! Education is empowering. Enjoy the week!
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