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Your solution is to burn down the entire public school system and re-build it from scratch - that's a non-starter. I also don't even think it would work in pri

Your solution is to burn down the entire public school system and re-build it from scratch - that's a non-starter. I also don't even think it would work in principle. You're talking about combining the older age groups with the younger, that's a recipe for bullying.

xpe 3y ago
Too many assumptions above, but too few questions. - “Unwind” is very different than “burn down”. Metaphors matter. - Why assume that diverse mixes of ages are worse for bullying?
- xpe 3y ago
  > What do studies show about bullying? In particular, I’m curious about bullying in the context of age segregated schools as compared to age-grouped schools. Here is one output from ChatGPT 4 to consider: > Bullying is a complex issue that affects individuals across various age groups and contexts, including schools. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution to address bullying, research provides some insights into the dynamics of bullying in different educational settings. > In age-segregated schools, where students are grouped according to their age or grade, studies have shown that bullying is quite prevalent. Factors such as peer pressure, social hierarchies, and competition can contribute to the development of bullying behavior. Older or more dominant students may bully younger or less dominant students as a means of establishing social dominance. > Age-grouped schools, also known as multi-age or mixed-age classrooms, involve grouping students of different ages together for learning. In this context, research has suggested that bullying may be less common, as the social dynamics are different from those in age-segregated settings. In age-grouped schools, students have more opportunities to interact with a diverse range of peers, fostering a sense of community and reducing the likelihood of bullying. > However, it's important to note that no school setting is immune to bullying, and the effectiveness of any approach depends on multiple factors, such as the school's culture, values, and the implementation of anti-bullying policies and programs. Efforts to prevent and address bullying should be comprehensive and involve the entire school community, including students, teachers, and parents
- germinalphrase 3y ago
  As a former teacher, I would love to see our school system move in your direction, but smaller is always more expensive. It would take more than a reconsideration of size, pedagogy, and age-segregation.

xpe 3y ago

Too many assumptions above, but too few questions. - “Unwind” is very different than “burn down”. Metaphors matter. - Why assume that diverse mixes of ages are worse for bullying?

xpe 3y ago
> What do studies show about bullying? In particular, I’m curious about bullying in the context of age segregated schools as compared to age-grouped schools. Here is one output from ChatGPT 4 to consider: > Bullying is a complex issue that affects individuals across various age groups and contexts, including schools. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution to address bullying, research provides some insights into the dynamics of bullying in different educational settings. > In age-segregated schools, where students are grouped according to their age or grade, studies have shown that bullying is quite prevalent. Factors such as peer pressure, social hierarchies, and competition can contribute to the development of bullying behavior. Older or more dominant students may bully younger or less dominant students as a means of establishing social dominance. > Age-grouped schools, also known as multi-age or mixed-age classrooms, involve grouping students of different ages together for learning. In this context, research has suggested that bullying may be less common, as the social dynamics are different from those in age-segregated settings. In age-grouped schools, students have more opportunities to interact with a diverse range of peers, fostering a sense of community and reducing the likelihood of bullying. > However, it's important to note that no school setting is immune to bullying, and the effectiveness of any approach depends on multiple factors, such as the school's culture, values, and the implementation of anti-bullying policies and programs. Efforts to prevent and address bullying should be comprehensive and involve the entire school community, including students, teachers, and parents
germinalphrase 3y ago
As a former teacher, I would love to see our school system move in your direction, but smaller is always more expensive. It would take more than a reconsideration of size, pedagogy, and age-segregation.