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[quote=Anonymous]I think the key is how often this happens and how does the class as a whole function.  Absolutely, there can be some value in being the "good kid" helping a classmate (academically or behaviorally)  But there is also value in learning from peers.  The problem is when the same kids are always on the same side of the equation.  So if quiet, calm, smart little Suzy is ALWAYS the helped, and antsy, struggling Judy is ALWAYS the one who is getting the help, both kids are getting terrible messages and not receiving a fair education.  
Mixing it up so that everyone has a chance to lead and everyone has a chance to learn is a great thing, but certainly takes more work from the teacher, and frankly can sometimes be hard to find the opportunity for some kids to be on one side or the other of the equation.
That's one of the reasons Montessori mixed aged classrooms can be so powerful when used correctly - no matter how brilliant a 6 year old may be, there's always something they can learn from a 9 year old, and no matter how much a 9 year old may struggle, after 3 years in a class there's always something they'll be able to teach to their classmates.  [/quote]

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