What is the best way to teach split grades?

What is the best way to teach split grades?

Strategies for Teaching a Split Classroom

1. First off, think positively!
2. Let your two groups choose new names for themselves, seperate from their grade level.
3. Understand the class as one group rather than two.
4. Lean on your colleagues.
5. Teach your students how to work independently.

How do split grade classes work?

Split-grade classrooms include students spanning two grades and are frequently deployed to balance class sizes, so that teachers aren’t teaching classrooms with too many students, and classrooms with too few students don’t stretch school district resources.

What is a split grade?

It is the practice of creating classrooms made up of two different grades of students—for example grades 2 and 3. They are sometimes called ‘split grades’ or ‘multi-age classes’ (though often the multi-age classroom is made up of more than two different grades).

Is it good to be in a split class?

Research shows that split classes do not negatively impact academic success, and can positively affect students by enhancing non-cognitive learning skills, increasing leadership skills, and developing organizational and problem-solving skills in kids.

What is the purpose of a split class?

Split-grade classes benefit both student levels in different ways. Similar to the social dynamics seen in families, younger children pick up on more developed social skills and knowledge from the older students. Older students assert responsibility over the younger students.

How are students selected for split classes?

Many factors are considered when selecting students for a combined class, including: social and emotional skills, work habits, friendships, leadership skills, self-motivation, learning styles, and academics.

How does a combo class work?

A combination class is formed when students from two consecutive grades are placed in one classroom under the supervision of one teacher. Students in combination classes retain their respective grade-level assignments and receive appropriate grade-specific curriculum.

Can you learn to do a split at any age?

The good news is that it’s possible to learn how to do the splits at any age, whether you’re 40 or 50. Flexibility improves with daily practice. Taking hot yoga or pilates classes would help you get into the routine of stretching everyday.

How do you do a split at home for beginners?

How to do the front splits

1. Start in a low lunge position with the back knee down.
2. Place hands on either side of the hips with the front foot flat to start.
3. Back toes should be pointed.
4. Begin to glide the front foot forward while pointing the toes, and draw the right foot back while easing the hips toward the mat.

When was the Ontario Curriculum revised for grades 1 to 8?

Ministry of Education, Ontario, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 1 to 8: Language, revised (Toronto: Ministry of Education, Ontario, 2006). 2. Ministry of Education, Ontario, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 1 to 8: Mathematics, revised (Toronto: Ministry of Education, Ontario, 2005).

Why are combined grades important in Canadian schools?

Reviews of research that were conducted in Canada by Naylor (2000) and by Manitoba Education and Youth (2003) show that instruction in classes of combined grades can provide students with increased opportunities for social and emotional growth.

Where can I find an introduction to combined grades?

An Introduction to Combined Grades brochure is intended to answer many of the questions parents may have about combined classrooms (also called split grades). This publication is available as an Adobe Acrobat file (PDF, 101 KB).

Are there any arts programs for Grade 8 in Ontario?

Beginning in September 2009, all arts programs for Grades 1 to 8 will be based on the expectations outlined in this document. The updated electronic version of The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 1-8: Science and Technology, 2007 includes the glossary, omitted from the previously posted version.