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Mayers, R. Stewart; Zepeda, Sally J. – NASSP Bulletin, 2002
Examines challenges that high school department chairpersons faced while changing to a 4 x 4 block schedule. Finds that chairpersons experienced multiple learning curves and increased tensions between departmental and teaching responsibilities, problems exacerbated by reduced release time. Recommends aligning job descriptions with procedures,…
Descriptors: Ambiguity, Block Scheduling, Department Heads, High Schools