cooperative learning
1 of 1noun/ˈkoʊɑ:.pə.rə.ˌtɪv lɜ:.nɪng/
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an instructional approach where students collaborate in structured groups to achieve shared objectives, emphasizing teamwork and accountability
Cooperative learning is a type of group work where students are assigned specific roles and responsibilities within their group to complete tasks and achieve common goals. Each member of the group is held accountable for their contribution, and success is based on the collective effort of all participants. This approach fosters social interaction, responsibility, and collaboration, allowing students to learn from one another and develop teamwork skills.
- In the science class, students used cooperative learning to conduct a group experiment on photosynthesis.
- The teacher implemented cooperative learning strategies by assigning roles to each group member for the history project.
- Cooperative learning activities in the language arts class helped students improve their writing skills through peer feedback.
- The math teacher encouraged cooperative learning by having students solve complex problems together in small groups.
- Cooperative learning sessions in the music class allowed students to collaborate on composing a piece of music.