Cooperative Learning Applied To Mathematics
[ send me this paper ]
5 pages in length. Cooperative learning is a great benefit to the overall method of teaching. By its very principle, it enables students to flourish within the academic system by implementing a balanced degree of separate and assembled interaction. The purpose of cooperative learning is to encourage student accomplishment by coupling individual accountability with group incentives and recognition. This teaching technique is utilized in many aspects of schooling to aid in the overall improvement of learning; the writer addresses the fact that mathematics is yet another subject where cooperative learning can be applied. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Coopmath.wps

Instructional Delivery Methods and Strategies: A View of Cooperative Learning
[ send me this paper ]
This 5 page paper provides an overview of the instructional method of cooperative learning, including a presentation of the pros and cons of this method. This paper also outlines tips for the more effective use of this method and describes a situation where the method would be most appropriately utilized. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHinstr7.rtf

The Pluses and Minuses of Cooperative Learning
[ send me this paper ]
This 12-page-paper presents a detailed overview of the concept of cooperative learning. It opens with a concise definition of what cooperative learning is all about and moves into the various theories about its use and effectiveness. Research studies are discussed as well as some of the negative things that can occur. Suggestions on how to make a cooperative learning situation successful are also included. Bibliography lists seven sources.
Filename: CWcooplr1.rtf

Using Group Investigation To Increase Hands-On Instruction
[ send me this paper ]
This 14 page research paper offers a brief overview of test scores in America, an explanation of group investigation, an advanced cooperative learning model that is founded on inquiry and problem solving. Three overviews of model lessons in the general area of biology and a short list of other ideas for using group investigation in the science classroom are listed. Ideas can be modified for any subject area. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Grpinves.wps