Cooperative Learning in High School
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Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving into a topic that has the potential to transform the way students learn in high school classrooms: cooperative learning.
If you’ve ever wondered how to engage students, improve peer relationships, and foster deeper understanding of the material, cooperative learning is a strategy worth mastering. It’s not just about having students work in groups; it’s about structuring those groups in ways that maximize learning, collaboration, and accountability.
Show Notes
For more information on this topic check out the following resources:
- Johnson, David W., and Roger T. Johnson – "Cooperation and Competition: Theory and Research": A comprehensive guide to cooperative learning theory.
- Kagan Cooperative Learning – Structures for Success: www.kaganonline.com - Tools and resources for implementing cooperative learning structures.
- Edutopia – Cooperative Learning Resources: www.edutopia.org - Articles and videos on cooperative learning strategies.
- Teaching Channel – Cooperative Learning Techniques: www.teachingchannel.org - Videos showcasing cooperative learning in action.
- National Education Association – Collaboration in the Classroom: www.nea.org - Resources for fostering collaboration and cooperative learning in schools.
Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!
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