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Explanation:
Educational stages are subdivisions of formal learning, typically covering early childhood education, primary education, secondary education and tertiary education. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) recognizes seven levels of education in its International Standard Classification of Education system (ISCED, from Level 0 (pre-primary education) through Level 6 (second stage of tertiary education)). UNESCO's International Bureau of Education maintains a database of country-specific education systems and their stages. Ages 16-18 (High School)
High school students are future-oriented and can engage in abstract thinking. Teenagers continue to be group-oriented, and belonging to the group motivates much of their behavior and actions. They have more time constraints such as work, social ties, or sports interests. They want to help plan their own programs. Involve them in the planning process. Use the discussion method when working with them. Instead of providing detailed instructions for how to put something together, provide suggestions and several alternatives.
Physical development:
Rapid physical changes
Great diversity in strength and size
Periods of high energy,
periods of fatigue
Intellectual:
Ability to think abstractly
Full comprehension of historical time
Concern for reasons and proof
Desire to do something well
Forms own opinions
Most have not made the connection between learning and life's experiences
Social:
Vulnerable
Self-conscious and concerned about appearance
Fear of being singled out for attention
Tendency to question authority
Need to interact with adults as adults
Suggested Activities:
Demonstrations, debates, open-ended discovery, open-ended role playing, open-ended
discussions, problem solving, hands-on activities with real equipment
What they can do:
Handle short lectures, think independently, think about the parts of a whole, argue a position, analyze information, synthesize and evaluate information.
