Since there will be fewer periods between classes, the number of discipline referrals will drastically decrease. Yet, their Block cheerleaders still state in conferences that discipline improves. These questions are presently raising their interesting heads among students at Titusville High after a mere two months on the Block. There is more time to split classes and use the library or computer labs. The gross amount of time in the day remains the same.
Students have fewer courses to juggle, hence it is easier to be successful.
Unless, of course, the standards are being diluted. In many schools, homework is being done in class, and Brevard County plans to be no different. This significantly slows the pace of learning and yes, it does make it easier. Of course, some might ask if we really want to make school easier. Parents in general seem to want the academic standards raised, not lowered.