1st Edition
Mixed Ability Grouping A Philosophical Perspective
90 Pages
by
Routledge
90 Pages
by
Routledge
90 Pages
by
Routledge
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The book, first published in 1983, explores the argument that justifies mixed ability groupings in schools and the consequences of practicing the different justificatory arguments. The issues to be dealt with by staff making decisions about grouping arrangements in their schools are clearly worked out from basic principles rooted in social philosophy. The ideas of social justice and fraternity,... Read more
Introduction; 1. ‘Mixed Ability’ – What Do We Mean? 2. The Rationale 3. Justice and Equality 4. Fraternity 5. Grouping, Teaching Styles and Subjects 6. The Lessons of Experience 7. ‘Going Mixed Ability’ – Who Should Decide?; Notes on Further Reading; Select Bibliography; Index
Biography
Charles Bailey, David Bridges
