Includes bibliographical references and index.

Multi-grade classes, common throughout the world, consist of more than one grade being taught simultaneously by the same teacher. Multi-grade classes vary in many ways, as discussed in this book; variations in context are also described, in general terms as well as by reference to specific countries. The book also includes teaching strategies for successful multi-grade practice, and various research and professional development projects that have improved the status and provision of multi-grade education. [Back cover, ed].