Does Class Size Matter?.

Ehrenberg, Ronald G.; Brewer, Dominic J.; Gamoran, Adam; Willms, J. Douglas

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ERIC Number: EJ638113

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Publication Date: 2001

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Does Class Size Matter?

Ehrenberg, Ronald G.; Brewer, Dominic J.; Gamoran, Adam; Willms, J. Douglas

Scientific American, v285 n5 p78-85 Nov 2001

Reports on the significance of class size to student learning. Includes an overview of class size in various countries, the importance of teacher adaptability, and the Asian paradox of large classes allied to high test scores. (MM)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Class Size, Cultural Influences, Elementary Secondary Education, Students

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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