Cooperative Learning - The Social and Intellectual Outcomes of Learning in Groups (Paperback)

This book gives recognition to the importance of cooperative learning, in contrast to the traditional classroom, as an effective approach to learning. Its coverage of the subject ranges across the educational spectrum, from pre-school years to university, and offers a fresh perspective on a topic that has gained increasing interest worldwide.

With contributions from an international panel of leading experts in the field, this engaging text succeeds in providing key insights, linking the theories that underpin the study of group dynamics to their practical application in the classroom. It presents a comprehensive overview of this alternative educative approach; illustrating how cooperative learning experiences can promote socialisation and friendships, and facilitate learning.

The editors assemble a range of well-researched essays, covering such aspects as:

* The importance of teacher and student interaction
* Small group, virtual and non-virtual teaching environments
* Assessment practices for measuring the outcomes of individual and group progress
* The effect of cooperative learning on relationships amongst students with diverse cultural, social and learning needs
Illustrated with practical examples throughout, this book will be a crucial read for teacher educators, educational psychologists, student teacher, academics and researchers who wish to attain a fuller understanding of the subject and unleash the significant potential of cooperative learning in any educational setting.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	July 2003
First published:	2003
Editors:	Adrian Ashman • Robyn Gillies
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	256
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-30341-5
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Philosophy of education Books > Social sciences > Education > Study & learning skills
LSN:	0-415-30341-9
Barcode:	9780415303415

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