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social science subjects > sociology > sociology of education > school systems, structures, and processes > skipping grades
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skipping grades  

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  • Skipping a grade is a form of acceleration for students who are academically advanced. Allowing students to participate in classes that are traditionally taught to older students provides the appropriate educational experience by matching the level of the curriculum with the motivation and readiness of the student. [Source: Sociology of Education: An A-to-Z Guide; Skipping Grades]

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