Cooperative Learning in the Classroom
Putting it into Practice
Wendy Jolliffe
- University of Hull, UK
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Description
Cooperative Learning in the Classroom demonstrates how to structure lesson activities that encourage pupils to work collaboratively in pairs or small groups to support each other and improve learning. This inclusive approach to teaching reflects the focus on learning styles current initiatives such as Every Child Matters and Excellence and Enjoyment and .
An accessible guide for any practitioner, this book provides a step-by-step approach to implementing cooperative learning in the classroom and covers:
- The key factors that make cooperative learning work
- Advice on measuring the effectiveness of cooperative learning
- Guidelines for using cooperative learning to encourage effective talk
- Ideas for practical activities
- An action plan for whole school professional development
An invaluable resource for individual teachers using cooperative learning techniques, this book will also be of interest to headteachers, trainee teachers and learning support staff.
Contents
Cooperative Learning: What Is It And Why Does It Matter?
Cooperative Learning: What Is It And Why Does It Matter?
Learning For All?
Learning For All?
Using Diversity as a Strength
Using Diversity as a Strength
Talk, Talk, Talk
Talk, Talk, Talk
Cooperative Learning and How It Can Help
Cooperative Learning and How It Can Help
Putting Cooperative Learning Into Practice
Putting Cooperative Learning Into Practice
APPENDICES
- Cooperative Learning Professional Development Programme
- Fulfilling Pupils Needs
- Cooperative Learning Structures
- Developing Effective Communication Skills - A Phased Programme
- Roles in Groups
- Five Key Steps to Implement Cooperative Learning
- Action Plan for Teaching and Developing Cooperative Learning Skills
- Quick Cooperative Learning Starter Activities
- Cooperative Learning - Common Social Problems
- Cooperative Learning Peer Observation Proforma
- Pupil Questionnaire
Additional materials
Description
Cooperative Learning in the Classroom demonstrates how to structure lesson activities that encourage pupils to work collaboratively in pairs or small groups to support each other and improve learning. This inclusive approach to teaching reflects the focus on learning styles current initiatives such as Every Child Matters and Excellence and Enjoyment and .
An accessible guide for any practitioner, this book provides a step-by-step approach to implementing cooperative learning in the classroom and covers:
- The key factors that make cooperative learning work
- Advice on measuring the effectiveness of cooperative learning
- Guidelines for using cooperative learning to encourage effective talk
- Ideas for practical activities
- An action plan for whole school professional development
An invaluable resource for individual teachers using cooperative learning techniques, this book will also be of interest to headteachers, trainee teachers and learning support staff.
Contents
Cooperative Learning: What Is It And Why Does It Matter?
Cooperative Learning: What Is It And Why Does It Matter?
Learning For All?
Learning For All?
Using Diversity as a Strength
Using Diversity as a Strength
Talk, Talk, Talk
Talk, Talk, Talk
Cooperative Learning and How It Can Help
Cooperative Learning and How It Can Help
Putting Cooperative Learning Into Practice
Putting Cooperative Learning Into Practice
APPENDICES
- Cooperative Learning Professional Development Programme
- Fulfilling Pupils Needs
- Cooperative Learning Structures
- Developing Effective Communication Skills - A Phased Programme
- Roles in Groups
- Five Key Steps to Implement Cooperative Learning
- Action Plan for Teaching and Developing Cooperative Learning Skills
- Quick Cooperative Learning Starter Activities
- Cooperative Learning - Common Social Problems
- Cooperative Learning Peer Observation Proforma
- Pupil Questionnaire
Additional materials
Reviews
January 2007 | 144 pages | Sage UK
| Format | Published Date | ISBN | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardcover | 31/03/2026 | 9781412923798 | $209.00 |
| Paperback | 31/03/2026 | 9781412923804 | $92.00 |
| 180 Day Ebook | 28/03/2023 | 9781446225110 | $54.00 |
| Lifetime | 28/03/2023 | 9781446225110 | $78.00 |
Cooperative Learning in the Classroom demonstrates how to structure lesson activities that encourage pupils to work collaboratively in pairs or small groups to support each other and improve learning. This inclusive approach to teaching reflects the focus on learning styles current initiatives such as Every Child Matters and Excellence and Enjoyment and .
An accessible guide for any practitioner, this book provides a step-by-step approach to implementing cooperative learning in the classroom and covers:
- The key factors that make cooperative learning work
- Advice on measuring the effectiveness of cooperative learning
- Guidelines for using cooperative learning to encourage effective talk
- Ideas for practical activities
- An action plan for whole school professional development
An invaluable resource for individual teachers using cooperative learning techniques, this book will also be of interest to headteachers, trainee teachers and learning support staff.
Table Of Contents:
- Cooperative Learning: What Is It And Why Does It Matter?
- Learning For All?
- Using Diversity as a Strength
- Talk, Talk, Talk
- Cooperative Learning and How It Can Help
- Putting Cooperative Learning Into Practice
- APPENDICES
- Cooperative Learning Professional Development Programme
- Fulfilling Pupils Needs
- Cooperative Learning Structures
- Developing Effective Communication Skills - A Phased Programme
- Roles in Groups
- Five Key Steps to Implement Cooperative Learning
- Action Plan for Teaching and Developing Cooperative Learning Skills
- Quick Cooperative Learning Starter Activities
- Cooperative Learning - Common Social Problems
- Cooperative Learning Peer Observation Proforma
- Pupil Questionnaire
Recent Product Reviews:
Useful as an additional text for ECE and ITE students alike
Dr Chelle Oldham, Education, Coventry University Scarborough Campus
Some interesting aspects contained within the publication and currently there is a great deal of importance place on collaborative learning within the schools of twenty first century Wales.
Mr Gwyn Ellis, School of Education, Bangor University
A clearly written text for Undergarduate Youth Studies students many of whom will be required to adopt a cooperatvie learing approach in a class and youth work setting.
Ms Kim Blakey, HASS, Glamorgan University
A useful text for students preparing to deliver group sessions with young people. It gives a clear rationale for adopting a cooperative approach to learning in a class setting.
Ms Kim Blakey, HASS, Glamorgan University
'Each chapter ends with practical activities, professional development activities, a 'points to remember' box and references for further reading. A useful resource for teachers, headteachers, trainee teachers and support staff' - Ian Hall, Learning and Teaching 'The book is a well-written and non-threatening guide through the minefield of introducing a new pedagogical mindset...At last, teachers have a 'how-to' for co-operative learning, so now there are no excuses not to do it!' - Journal of Co-operative Studies