Enhancing Learning [electronic resource] : and More!--Through Cooperative Learning. IDEA Paper / Barbara J. Millis.
This paper describes cooperative learning, an instructional approach designed to promote deep learning, encourage self-esteem and the acceptance of others, and improve interpersonal effectiveness. Cooperative learning entails small groups working on specific tasks, carefully structured. The premises...
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| Language: | English |
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2002.
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| Summary: | This paper describes cooperative learning, an instructional approach designed to promote deep learning, encourage self-esteem and the acceptance of others, and improve interpersonal effectiveness. Cooperative learning entails small groups working on specific tasks, carefully structured. The premises underlying cooperative learning and the theory and research on which its practices rely are outlined. A guide to effective cooperative learning experiences discusses conducting the cooperative classroom, establishing a cooperative activity, organizing groups and teams effectively, and managing group activities. (Contains 26 references.) (SLD) |
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| Item Description: | ERIC Document Number: ED471897. Availability: Kansas State University, IDEA Center, Inc., 1615 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502-4073. Tel: 800-255-2757 (Toll Free); Tel: 785-532-5970; Fax: 785-532-5637; e-mail: IDEA@ksu.edu. |
| Physical Description: | 8 pages. |