Cooperative Learning

Environment in
Multigrade Classes
PREPARED BY:
MR. KENT E. GARCIA, LPT
Objectives

At the of the lesson, the students should be able to:

a) define the meaning of cooperative learning,

b) identify classroom set-up in multigrade classes that promote cooperative

learning,

c) determine the roles of teacher and students that promote cooperative

learning; and

d) plan a cooperative learning environment for multigrade classes

 What is
cooperative
learning?
Cooperative Learning is an instructional strategy in
which small groups of students work together on a
common task.

The task can be as simple as solving a multi-step math

problem together, or as complex as developing a design
for a new kind of school.
 Cooperative Learning Environment

• In some cases, each

group member is
individually
accountable for part
of the task; in other
cases, group members
work together without
formal role
assignments.
 Organizing the Physical Space
A well-organized classroom will contain:

• Space • Display area

• A variety of different learning • Flexible desk/chair combinations

center spaces
• A reading area
• Floor space
• Storage area
• Spaces for small group work
• A roster
• Places for students to work
independently
 Benefits of having a Learning Center in a
Multigrade Classroom

At a learning center a student can

work:

-individually
-with a partner
-with a small group
-with a teacher
-with a peer tutor
-with a parent/volunteer
 Benefits of having a Learning Center in a
Multigrade Classroom
Learning Centers help to shape a range of students’ skills in:

1. Making decisions.

2. Working independently.

3. Following directions.

4. Revising and practicing work done in class.

5. Learning new concepts and being challenged to extend their thinking.

 Benefits of having a Learning Center in a
Multigrade Classroom
Learning Centers help to shape a range of students’ skills in:

6. Developing responsibility in using, caring for, and packing up materials.

7. Working with others.

8. Sharing ideas and materials with classmates.

9. Creating a variety of products.

10. Seeking direction and help when necessary.

 Benefits of having a Learning Center in a
Multigrade Classroom
Learning Centers help to shape a range of students’ skills in:

11. Keeping records on what they are doing.

12. Evaluating how well they have worked and what they have produced.
 A Step By Step Guide To Planning And Setting Up
A Learning Center

1. Decide on your topic.

2. Check the syllabus objectives for the topic.

3. Decide what your completed center will look like.

4. Write a range of task cards for the topic at different levels.

 A Step By Step Guide To Planning And Setting Up
A Learning Center

5. Write instructions for the use of the center.

6. Collect resources to put in the Learning Center. Make sure there are
resources related to each of the task cards.

7. Use people power to help you run the learning centers..

 Roles of Teachers
in
Cooperative Learning
 Roles of Teachers in Cooperative Learning
The role of the teacher is very important for the success of cooperative
learning groups in the classroom. As the students are learning the cooperative
learning skills, they need to be:

✓ a model

✓ clearly taught and reinforced as the students are learning and using them

✓ create posters or charts for the classroom

✓ create a Cooperative Learning Environment

 Roles of Students
in
Cooperative Learning
 Roles of Students in Cooperative Learning
1. Organizer - provides the group
with the overall process structure.

2. Recorder - writes down

important information.

3. Checker - makes sure that all

team members understand the
concepts and the team's
conclusions.
 Roles of Students in Cooperative Learning

4. Questioner - generates questions

and involves all students.

5. Assessor - evaluates the progress

of each work session.

6. Encourager - models and

reinforces appropriate social skills.
 Roles of Students in Cooperative Learning

7. Summarizer - restates the team's

conclusions or answers.

8. Spokesperson - represents the

group and presents group work to rest
of the class.

9. Timekeeper - keeps group on task

and on time.
 Roles of Students in Cooperative Learning

10. Elaborator - moderates

discussions and makes sure
that all have the opportunity to
participate and learn.