Block Schedule
Find out the pros and cons of block scheduling along with strategies for teaching under the block.
Block Schedule: Pros and Cons
This article lists the positives and negatives of the Block or Modular Schedule. Read these before jumping onto the 'Block' bandwagon.
This article lists the positives and negatives of the Block or Modular Schedule. Read these before jumping onto the 'Block' bandwagon.
Block Schedule: Teaching Strategies
Use these ideas and strategies to help teach effectively under a block or modular schedule.
Use these ideas and strategies to help teach effectively under a block or modular schedule.
Case against Block Scheduling
Numerous arguments against the implementation of the Block Schedule in the school.
Numerous arguments against the implementation of the Block Schedule in the school.
Case for Block Scheduling
Article from Educational Leadership that gives reasons for adopting the Block Schedule.
Article from Educational Leadership that gives reasons for adopting the Block Schedule.
North Carolina 1997 Block Schedule Survey Report
Executive summary from a state that has implemented block schedules in over 50% of its schools. Very insightful, practical advice on the block schedule.
Executive summary from a state that has implemented block schedules in over 50% of its schools. Very insightful, practical advice on the block schedule.
Texas Education Agency Findings
This independent agency recently completed a study of block scheduling in Texas schools. This article summarizes their not so positive results. Please note: This is a .pdf file and requires Adobe Acrobat.
This independent agency recently completed a study of block scheduling in Texas schools. This article summarizes their not so positive results. Please note: This is a .pdf file and requires Adobe Acrobat.