Longer learning periods for the secondary school day: What does research say?

Abstract

The New Zealand Curriculum highlights the importance of learning to learn. This presents practical challenges to schools requiring shifts in teaching and learning practices. This article summarises research on longer learning periods and considers whether they lead to improved student learning. Block scheduling.

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Hipkins, R. (2008). Longer learning periods for the secondary school day: What does research say? Set: Research Information for Teachers, 1, 40–43. https://doi.org/10.18296/set.0510
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