Cooperative Learning: A Social Learning Model Geri Peacock IDE 650 Presentation

Definition Cooperative learning is characterized by students working in groups to complete assignments and projects.

Cooperative learning is characterized by students working in groups to complete assignments and projects.

Cooperative learning enhances both academic achievement and the development of social skills .

Cooperative learning enhances both academic achievement and the development of social skills .

It is most effective when: Teachers choose the group members. Groups consist of 3 to 5 members .

It is most effective when:

Teachers choose the group members.

Groups consist of 3 to 5 members .

Cooperative learning is a successful instructional technique for: Special education students At-risk students Slow learners Average students Gifted students

Special education students

At-risk students

Slow learners

Average students

Gifted students

Teachers need training in how to implement cooperative learning into their classroom environment. Teachers must feel confidant they can use these strategies effectively . Follow-up training should be used to provide support and encouragement for teachers when implementing this strategy.

Teachers need training in how to implement cooperative learning into their classroom environment.

Teachers must feel confidant they can use these strategies effectively .

Follow-up training should be used to provide support and encouragement for teachers when implementing this strategy.

For More Information: http://edtech.kennesaw.edu/intech/cooperativelearning.htm http://www.teach-nology.com/currenttrends/cooperative_learning/ http://www.vanderbilt.edu/cft/resources/teaching_resources/activities/cooperative.htm

http://edtech.kennesaw.edu/intech/cooperativelearning.htm

http://www.teach-nology.com/currenttrends/cooperative_learning/

http://www.vanderbilt.edu/cft/resources/teaching_resources/activities/cooperative.htm