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What is UNESCO's definition of multigrade teaching?
What is UNESCO's definition of multigrade teaching?
How many grades are typically under one teacher in a multigrade class?
How many grades are typically under one teacher in a multigrade class?
What is the average number of students in a multigrade class?
What is the average number of students in a multigrade class?
What is the main characteristic of students in a multigrade class?
What is the main characteristic of students in a multigrade class?
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In the context of multigrade teaching, what does 'multi' refer to?
In the context of multigrade teaching, what does 'multi' refer to?
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What is one of the main benefits of improving language skills for children, as mentioned in the text?
What is one of the main benefits of improving language skills for children, as mentioned in the text?
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What subject emerges as a strong predictor across subject areas?
What subject emerges as a strong predictor across subject areas?
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What passing rate was revealed in English for Grade 6 based on the results of the National Achievement Test in SY 2011-2012?
What passing rate was revealed in English for Grade 6 based on the results of the National Achievement Test in SY 2011-2012?
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What did the standardized tests reveal about the passing rate for high school students in English during SY 2011-2012?
What did the standardized tests reveal about the passing rate for high school students in English during SY 2011-2012?
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How does the text describe the achievement scores of students in the National Achievement Test (NAT) administered in SY 2011-2012?
How does the text describe the achievement scores of students in the National Achievement Test (NAT) administered in SY 2011-2012?
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What was the passing rate for high school students based on the set of standardized tests addressing major subjects taught in school during SY 2005-2006?
What was the passing rate for high school students based on the set of standardized tests addressing major subjects taught in school during SY 2005-2006?
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Study Notes
Language Skills and Academic Benefits
- Improving language skills has a profound impact on academic and social benefits for children, both in early childhood and later in life.
- Language skills are a strong predictor of success across various subject areas.
Philippine Education System
- The K to 12 curriculum includes an English language program.
- Filipino students' performance in English is a concern, with a passing rate of only 66.27% for Grade 6 and 51.80% for high school in the National Achievement Test (NAT) in SY 2011-2012.
Multigrade Classes
- Multigrade teaching involves teaching classes with learners from different grade levels, age groups, cultures, and abilities.
- A multigrade class typically has two or more grades under one teacher with 8 to 35 students.
- Multigrade classes are common in remote areas of the Philippines.
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Learn about the structure and teaching practices of multigrade classes in education, especially in remote areas. Explore the definition of multigrade teaching, which involves classes with learners from different grade levels, age groups, cultures, and abilities under one teacher. Discover the unique challenges and benefits of multigrade classrooms.