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EDUC 2500 Issues in Education: Multi-grade Classrooms

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Discovery Booklet for Multi-graded Classrooms

Teaching classes of students,


not only of different ages and abilities,
but also at different grade levels.
Practical Tips for Teaching Multi-grade classes. United Nations Cultural Association

1. Initial thoughts or opinion on multi-grade classrooms? Some ideas to consider are if


they are successful, pros and cons, or should they be used.
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(OPTIONAL)
Notes to add to your opinion from class discussion:
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EDUC 2500 Issues in Education: Multi-grade Classrooms

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Station One: Single Grade (3)

Instructions:
Imagine you are a student in a grade three math class. Today you will practice your basic
addition and begin simple multiplication for this exercise. Keep in mind that not all students
would be at grade level and this activity is geared towards grade level.

Math Problems:
1.

10
+

4.

2.

62
+ 89

28
+

5.

3.

758
+ 12

16
+

6.

10

2
x

Flip roles:
As a teacher in this setting, how would you best implement the curriculum and reach the
objectives and specified and general learning outcomes? What is an effective way to engage
students of varying abilities? How do you address/ incorporate differentiation?
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EDUC 2500 Issues in Education: Multi-grade Classrooms

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Station Two: Split/Combined (3/4)


Instructions:
Imagine you are a student in a split grade three and four math class. Today, you will not work with members of the
other grade. As a grade three student you will begin easy multiplication involving one and two-digit numbers. As a
grade four student, however, you will be enhancing your skills and multiplying by more difficult one, two and threedigit numbers. Keep in mind that not all students would be at grade level and this activity is geared towards grade
level.

Math problems:
1.

1
x

4.

2.

2
x

5.

x 1

3.

5
x

6.

x 0

10
x

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7.

12
x

10.

13
x

8.

678

9.

x 0

11.

6
x

10
x

12.

40

17
x

12

Flip roles:
As a teacher in this setting, how would you best implement the curriculum and reach the
objectives and specified and general learning outcomes? What is an effective way to engage
students of varying abilities?
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EDUC 2500 Issues in Education: Multi-grade Classrooms

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Station Three: Multi-grade (3&4)


Instructions:
Imagine you are a student in a multi-graded three and four math class. As a class, you will all be help each other
complete basic multiplication skills. There will be a variety of questions, ranging from easier to difficult. Your goal
is to complete as many as you can and feel free to ask for help from your classmates. Keep in mind that not all
students would be at grade level and this activity is geared towards grade level.

Math problems:
2.

1
x

4.

2.

11
x

10.
x

8.

25

21
x

6.

11
x

9.

x 4

11.

2
x

x 3

15

3.

5.

x 0

7.

10
x

12.

10

111
x

11

Flip roles:
As a teacher in this setting, how would you best implement the curriculum for both grades? What
is an effective way to engage students of varying abilities? How could you adapt the curriculum
for to reach both grades at the same time?
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Questions Continued:
2. What are some evident differences between the three activities?
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3. What possible ADVANTAGES can you think of for multi-grade classrooms?


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4. What possible DISADVANTAGES can you think of for multi-grade classrooms?


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5. After talking about real perspectives on multi-grade classrooms, would you like to teach
multi-grade classrooms? Why or why not?
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Did you have any questions that we might have missed?


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