Multi-Age Classrooms -- Non-graded (or "multi-grade")
classes exist for reasons ranging from low student
enrollment to the law (primary classes in Kentucky, for
instance, must be multi-age). Do you think that teaching
students of many ages in one class makes sense?
A) Yes, multi-age classes work very well. The focus moves
from fixed grade divisions, which don't always fit all
students, to children's intellectual and social development
on a continuing basis.
B) No, multi-age classes aren't a good idea. It's difficult
enough to cover the curriculum of one grade, much less to
teach an even wider range of material.
C) Multi-age classes could be a good thing, if managed well.
Teachers, kids, and parents need to be adequately prepared
if a school makes the switch.
D) I have no opinion on this issue.
The Results:
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Art Funding -- The arts are often the first to feel the
squeeze when school budgets are tightened. Do you feel that
the arts are vital, or expendable?
A) The arts are essential. School is about more than skills,
it's about development. To produce well-rounded students,
art, music, etc. must be a part of the curriculum.
B) The arts are nice when a school district can afford them.
But the core classes -- math, science, english, history --
definitely come first.
C) The arts ought not to be left entirely out of school
programs, but if there are budget cuts, it makes sense to
cut back on art or music classes.
D) I have no opinion on this issue.
The Results:
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Banning Books -- Many school libraries have grappled with
the issue of books containing "sensitive" material. How do
you feel about removing controversial books from school
libraries?
A) It is necessary to forbid the use of certain books in
school. Children are impressionable, and it is the job of
parents, teachers, and school officials to protect them.
B) Censorship is never appropriate. Students' freedom to
explore books should never be curbed.
C) In some cases it might be acceptable. But this should
only be done in the most extreme circumstances, and when the
entire community has been involved in the decision.
D) I have no opinion on this issue.
The Results:
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