Does class size impact student academic performance?
CBC Canada · Less Recent
CBC Canada
Less Recent
A key issue in the Alberta teachers’ strike is class size and complexity. While the province rejects capping class sizes, an education expert weighs in on how teacher-student ratios impact academic success.
Breakdown
- Alberta is one of only two provinces in Canada without a class size cap. 31s
- Public statistics on Alberta classroom ratios have not been available since 2018. 55s
- The provincial government argues that capping class sizes would not significantly impact academic achievement. 2m 21s
- Research shows significant reductions in class size, especially in younger grades, can benefit student outcomes. 2m 42s
- Smaller class sizes are most beneficial for disadvantaged students and those with special needs, but must be paired with effective teaching practices. 3m 13s