Word: section
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Elka B. Klein, a graduate student who has worked as a TF for several courses, says that a large section can be difficult for the instructor...
Other members of the faculty also say that while reducing section size is an excellent idea, the problem is where to find the money...
...most common section size is around 20 students, Knowles says, adding that he thought that was too large. "That number is quite high if, in 55 minutes, one would like to help with problems and involve everyone in a truly participatory discussion," he said...
...Sections are designed to be small-group discussions in which students can express their opinions and create a dialogue with fellow students and the teaching fellow (TF). All too often, however, section sizes creep above 17, 18, even 20 students...
Despite the high costs, however, many members of the faculty believe that reducing section size is crucial to maintaining the quality of undergraduate education...