cooperative learning

"Examines student collaboration as a driver of academic and social-emotional growth and offers teachers a new model for improving both learning culture and student outcomes"--Provided by publisher.

". . . readers learn how to collaborate and work with others using file sharing apps and services. Activities throughout the book prompt students to think more deeply, be creative, share information and resources, and grow their knowledge"--Provided by publisher.

"Kagan Structures create a cooperative and caring class tone by putting students on the same side as they interact in pairs, small teams, and with classmates. Structures ensure every student is individually accountable so no one can hide and take a free ride. Structures create equal participation which means all students are engaged a much greater percent of the time"--Amazon.com.

A guide for teachers of grades 1-5 that explains how varied grouping can support both instruction and students' social and emotional growth, and provides practical instructions for creating several types of learning groups and assessing their progress.

Offers teachers a comprehensive overview of cross-curricular projects that emphasize collaboration and help students create inquiry circles that will expand their research skills and broaden their knowledge of various subjects.

Presents practical strategies and activities that addresses the issues faced by classroom teachers, supervisors, and principals on a daily basis such as leadership, mentoring, developing professional portfolios, and providing positive learning groups.

Offers teachers proven techniques and strategies to help them reach out to faculty and students and create a classroom atmosphere that is conducive for effective learning and collaboration.

Presents practical strategies and activities that addresses the issues faced by classroom teachers, supervisors, and principals on a daily basis such as leadership, mentoring, developing professional portfolios, and providing positive learning groups.

Outlines the characteristics of effective professional learning for educators.

Defines some of the issues surrounding cultural differences and social learning in the United States; presenting a model for teaching social skills, discussing the specific cultural groups of Asian-Americans, African-Americans, Native Americans, and Hispanics; and considering the teaching implications of gender.