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LOLA JACOBS ASSIGNMENTS 2024RCE2601
ASSIGNMENT NO: 02
YEAR : 2024
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Overcrowded Classrooms.
Write a title for your research, not exceeding 15 words ( 5)
Overcrowded Classrooms: Challenges and Solutions for Effective Teaching and Learning
Introduction (half a page)
Overcrowded classrooms are a critical issue facing many educational systems today,
particularly in urban-advantaged schools where the demand for quality education often
exceeds the available resources. This phenomenon poses significant challenges to both
teaching and learning, as it affects teachers' ability to provide individualized attention and
support to each student, thereby hindering student engagement and academic
achievement.
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RCE2601
2024
Overcrowded Classrooms.
1. Write a title for your research, not exceeding 15 words ( 5)
Overcrowded Classrooms: Challenges and Solutions for Effective Teaching and Learning
2. Introduction (half a page)
Overcrowded classrooms are a critical issue facing many educational systems today,
particularly in urban-advantaged schools where the demand for quality education often
exceeds the available resources. This phenomenon poses significant challenges to both
teaching and learning, as it affects teachers' ability to provide individualized attention and
support to each student, thereby hindering student engagement and academic
achievement.
The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) has found a correlation between
high student-to-teacher ratios, decreased academic performance, and increased
behavioral issues. Additionally, research conducted by Blatchford, Bassett, and Brown in
2011 demonstrates that students in overcrowded classrooms are less likely to participate
in class activities actively, receive valuable feedback, and engage in meaningful learning
experiences.
Moreover, the stress and workload associated with managing large classes contribute to
teacher burnout and job dissatisfaction, as Skaalvik and Skaalvik (2011) noted. These
factors collectively create an environment that could be more conducive to effective
teaching and learning, ultimately impacting the overall quality of education.
The following text should be remembered:
Dealing with the problem of overcrowded classrooms is extremely important for several
reasons:
1. It has a direct impact on student performance and their long-term educational
paths. According to a study by Finn and Achilles (1999), students in smaller
classes demonstrated better academic performance and showed improved social
behavior.
2. It also has an effect on teacher satisfaction and retention. Teachers who are
overwhelmed by large class sizes are more likely to experience burnout and leave
the profession, contributing to the teacher shortage crisis in many areas.
3. Overcrowded classrooms have a greater impact on students from marginalized
communities, worsening educational disparities and reducing opportunities for
social advancement.
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