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____ was the first to propose a system for classifying students on their age and size dimensions into homogenous groups for instruction.

The correct answer is
McCloy

McCloy's Classification System for Instruction

The question asks about the individual who first proposed a systematic method for grouping students into homogenous classes based on their age and physical size dimensions for instructional purposes.

Charles H. McCloy is recognized for developing and advocating for such a classification system. His work aimed to improve the effectiveness of instruction by ensuring that students within a specific group shared similar characteristics, specifically age and size.

Key aspects of McCloy's proposal include:

  • Focus on Age and Size: McCloy identified age and size as crucial factors for creating comparable student groups.
  • Homogenous Grouping: The goal was to create groups where students were similar in these characteristics, allowing for more tailored and effective teaching methods.
  • Instructional Improvement: This approach was intended to enhance the learning experience by meeting the specific needs of students within these defined groups.

Other individuals mentioned, such as Larson and Yocom, Metheny, and Gire & Espenschade, were also prominent figures in physical education and measurement, but McCloy is specifically credited with the initial proposal for this type of student classification system based on age and size for instruction.

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