Flashcards: Foundations of School Education — 14 cards

Primary education — age range?

Ages 6 to 11 years.

Secondary education — phases?

Lower secondary (middle school) and upper secondary (high school).

Early childhood education — focus?

Developmental milestones and social skills for ages 3-5.

Middle school — role?

Transitional stage between primary and high school.

High school — purpose?

Prepare students for higher education or vocational training.

Curriculum framework — function?

Guides content delivery and ensures consistency.

Subject integration — goal?

Promotes interdisciplinary understanding.

Differentiated instruction — approach?

Modifies teaching to meet diverse student needs.

Formative assessment — purpose?

Provides ongoing feedback to improve learning.

Summative assessment — timing?

At the end of instructional periods to measure achievement.

School governance — definition?

Organizational structure and decision-making processes.

Parental involvement — impact?

Enhances motivation and academic success.

Teacher professionalism — components?

Ethics, expertise, and dedication.

Classroom management — techniques?

Establishing rules, routines, and positive discipline.