Student Collaboration Chapter Eleven Student Collaboration © 2016 Taylor & Francis

In This Chapter You Should: Provide a rationale for student collaboration. Discuss the differences between cooperative learning and collaborative learning. List the eight key principles for student collaboration. Describe several models for student collaboration. © 2016 Taylor & Francis

Student Collaboration Positive learning effects Meet varying learning styles Interpersonal skills Critical for later on professionally and personally Peer scaffolding Subjective understanding © 2016 Taylor & Francis

Collaborative Learning Evolution of cooperative learning Increased emphasis on sharing outcomes Formation of groups Random, fixed pattern, chosen by students, abilities Fluidity in roles Norms and rules Clear expectations and assessment of work “The lead leader” Model collaboration skills for students © 2016 Taylor & Francis

Models of Collaborative Learning Peer learning Peers seek to take the role of teacher Clarify or extend content taught in class Cross-grade level Largely dependent on context of school Older students are able to model, lead, and teach Jigsaw Opportunity to work in multiple collaborative groups Students become experts in content area Opportunity to teach © 2016 Taylor & Francis

Models of Collaborative Learning Inquiry groups Based on area of interest Less structure, more latitude Project-based learning Problem-based learning Heterogeneous in nature Significantly more responsibility for learning Web 2.0 Wikis Social Media Software programs © 2016 Taylor & Francis