5. Step 3: Return to “Home” Group
• After mastering the
material, return to the
“home” group and
teach new material to
your group members
• As with a jigsaw
puzzle, each piece -
each learner’s piece of
knowledge - is needed
to complete the final
product
7. Reflection
• What were your impressions of the jigsaw
approach?
• For what types of activities might you use
a jigsaw approach?
• How have you used the jigsaw in your
classes?
8. How is a Jigsaw and Example of Learner-
Centered Instruction?
Students—not teacher—teach each other
Students—responsible for teaching and
learning
Develops teamwork & cooperative
learning skills
Collaborative learning technique
9. Jigsaw is one technique in the
Participatory Learning Toolkit
