What is MAG?
In a multiage classroom, students of different ages and grades work side-by-side, in various flexible groupings, in small groups, and individually to achieve their academic, physical, emotional, social, and creative goals. Students have 3 years with the same set of teachers to achieve these goals at their own developmental pace.
In a multiage class teachers:
Recognize that a child learns as a whole person
Promote a positive, risk-free environment where every child is valued
Recognize that nurturing students development is key and that each child needs their own time to develop cognitively
Plan for meaningful and relevant learning experiences
Value play and process learning
View each child as a unique individual
Set reasonable expectations that fit each child and then support them to the next level of learning
Apply the principles of developmentally appropriate practices
Are facilitators and give the children choices in their learning
Want students to be active constructors of their knowledge, make connections, and be involved in relevant, meaningful learning
Thanks to Shannon Fossett , multiage teacher at Kyrene de la Mirada for sharing this synopsis
For more information on multiage programs, this is an excellent website:
www.multiage-education.com