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Recess has been eliminated in many schools across this country to provide more time for instruction and to raise test scores. Discuss what you believe are the benefits and/or drawbacks to this current trend.

Categorize types of assessments and appropriate assessment practices used in early childhood settings.

150-200 words with one reference each. Questions are focused towards pre-k to 3 grade setting.

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Recess has been eliminated in many schools across this country to provide more time for instruction and to raise test scores. Discuss what you believe are the benefits and/or drawbacks to this current trend.

(Beginning with a general statement that frames your point of view really creates a strong introduction). The inclusion of recess is an essential component to the learning process. There needs to be a balance between mental and physical movement. Recess provides a needed detoxifying measure to the educational platform. (Providing some detail on the use of recess as an unwinding tool would enhance this section). "Recess serves a critical role in school as a necessary ...

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