Mixed Ability Grouping: A Philosophical Perspective

by Charles Bailey, David Bridges

Overview

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, implicit and unexamined in much discussions about mixed-ability grouping are here explained and their limitations and implications described.

The issues discussed in this book are not only important for teachers and for those studying to become teachers, but also for school governors, administrators and parents who can gain a better understanding of the school system through this study.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138691889
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	09/07/2016
Series:	Routledge Library Editions: Philosophy of Education , #1
Pages:	90
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Charles Bailey, David Bridges

Table of Contents

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