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Transforming Learning With Block Scheduling

A Guide for Principals
This practical book describes setting up block scheduling for middle and high schools in the United States. The author provides a planning guide that discusses probable barriers and sources of resistance, as well as strategies - which can be implemented in any school - for overcoming problems.

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  • Grade Level: PreK-12
  • ISBN: 9780803966581
  • Published By: Corwin
  • Year: 1998
  • Page Count: 104
  • Publication date: August 24, 1998

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Shows how to create less-stressful schedules, more time for learning, and flexibility in scheduling. Walks you through five key steps: 1. organizing a plan of action, 2. identifying the reasons for change, 3. researching the issue thoroughly, 4. making the case to faculty, and 5. marketing the plan to outside stakeholders.
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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

The need to Improve our Schools

Reform Movement

Understanding the Block

The Alternating (A/B) Block

The Accelerated (4x4) Block

Modified Blocks, Trimesters and Other Alternative Schedules

Implementing Block Scheduling

Key Steps

Teaching in the Extended Period

Overcoming Barriers to Implementation and Ensuring Success

Rescheduling Time for More Effective Schools

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