Literature as Data Summaries

Initial Wondering (List it here):

How can I learn about and incorporate cooperative learning strategies to increase engagement and learning for all?

Does your wondering pass the litmus test? Complete the checklist below to confirm.

� Is it specific? yes

� Is it focused on student learning? yes

� Is it a real question (question whose answer is not known)? yes

� Is it a question about which you are passionate? yes

� Is it a “how can I” wondering? (What impact might it have on your students?) yes

� Is it free of judgmental language? yes

� Is it focused on your own practice? yes

� Is it a dichotomous (yes/no) question? no

� Is it clear and concise? yes

� Is it doable? yes
APA Citation: Dyson, B., Howley, D., & Shen, Y. (2022). “Wow! They’re Teaching Each Other”: Primary Teachers’ Perspectives of
Implementing Cooperative Learning to Accomplish Social and Emotional Learning in Aotearoa New Zealand Physical
Education. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 41(3), 513–522. https://doi.org/10.1123/jtpe.2021-0047
Notes about Key Quotes & Ideas Actions or Impact on Actions in the Classrooms
(Think of 3 or more ideas)

1. Importance of social and emotional learning. The impact of cooperative learning in the classroom
 Emotion knowledge and expression
2. Cooperative learning has been shown to enhance social-  Emotion and behavior regulation
emotional learning.  Empathy and perspective-taking
3. Flexibility is important when developing cooperative
learning strategies.

How does this article relate to equity in the classroom?

This article demonstrates how cooperative learning builds community and strengthens relationships to enhance learning for all.

APA Citation: Buchs, C., Dumesnil, A., Chanal, J., & Butera, F. (2021). Dual effects of partner’s competence: resource
interdependence in cooperative learning at elementary school. Education Sciences, 11(5), 210–.
https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci11050210
 Notes about Key Quotes & Ideas Actions or Impact on Actions in the Classrooms
(Think of 3 or more ideas)

1. The teacher's delivery of cooperative learning strategies
affects the students' outcomes.
2. Awareness of competitive social comparisons.
3. Indications that complementary information creates more
mutual learning.
The impact of cooperative learning in the classroom
 Reflect on how you structure cooperative learning
to get the best results from your students.
 Awareness of social comparisons and
relationship to learning.
 Encourage students to cooperate and learn from
each other.

How does this article relate to equity in the classroom?

Effective implementation by the teacher helps promote equity by demonstrating and promoting positive interactions between
students and teachers and students.

APA Citation: Erbil, D. G., & Kocabaş, A. (2020). Flipping the 4th grade social studies course in a cooperative way: Effects on
academic achievement and motivation. Studies in Educational Evaluation, 66, 100878–.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.stueduc.2020.100878
Notes about Key Quotes & Ideas Actions or Impact on Actions in the Classrooms
(Think of 3 or more ideas)

1. “Cooperative learning is a learning approach in which
students work in small and dependent groups toward common
educational goals, and their work is evaluated both individually
and in groups from the beginning to the end of the process”
(Erbil & Kocabaş, 2020).
2. “The cooperative learning method, and more specifically, the
co-learning technique, directs each student to work with their
peers and increases the level of in-group collaboration” (Erbil &
Kocabaş, 2020).
The actions then subsequent impact of cooperative
learning are
 Establish small groups
 Set expectations to increase collaboration
 Evaluate peer interactions and progress
 Determine effectiveness of actions by monitoring
student work and formative assessments
3. “The change created by the cooperative learning method with
regards to peer interaction can make essential contributions in
increasing students' learning motivation in the flipped classroom
environment” (Erbil & Kocabaş, 2020).

How does this article relate to equity in the classroom?

Equity is established by the encouragement of cooperative learning and the utilization of small dependent groups. The co-learning
technique develops relationships with peers.

APA Citation: Van Ryzin, M. J., Roseth, C. J., & McClure, H. (2020). The effects of cooperative learning on peer relations, academic
support, and engagement in learning among students of color. The Journal of Educational Research (Washington, D.C.), 113(4), 283–
291. https://doi.org/10.1080/00220671.2020.1806016
Notes about Key Quotes & Ideas Actions or Impact on Actions in the Classrooms
(Think of 3 or more ideas)

1. “cooperative learning brings students together under The impact of cooperative learning in the classroom
conditions of positive interdependence, where individual goals  Interact in positive ways
are structured such that individual goal attainment promotes the  Allows for a diverse perspective
goal attainment of others in the learning group and vice versa”  Increases engagement
(Van Ryzin et al., 2020).

2. “Under conditions of positive interdependence, students are

more likely to interact in positive ways, such as providing
instrumental and emotional support, and sharing information
and resources” (Van Ryzin et al., 2020).

3. “cooperative learning asks teachers to observe student

interactions during learning activities and recognize students
that exhibit particular kinds of positive, helpful behavior (e.g.,
checking for understanding among group members,
encouraging others to participate, summarizing the group’s
thinking).” (Van Ryzin et al., 2020).
How does this article relate to equity in the classroom?
This article shows how Cooperative learning promotes a diverse perspective. It encourages students from diverse backgrounds to
work together, promoting classroom equity.

APA Citation: Gillies, R. M. (2014). Cooperative Learning: Developments in Research. International Journal of Educational
Psychology, 3(2), 125–140. https://doi.org/10.4471/ijep.2014.08
Notes about Key Quotes & Ideas Actions or Impact on Actions in the Classrooms
(Think of 3 or more ideas)

1. “It has been shown to enhance students’ willingness to work The impact of cooperative learning in the classroom
cooperatively and productively with others with diverse learning  Encourages communication skills
and adjustment needs, to enhance intergroup relations with  Encourages equal participation among group
those from culturally and ethnically different backgrounds” members
(Gillies, 2014).  Diverse groups are given belonging and
acceptance in the classroom community
2. “In the academic domain, it has been used to promote
reading and writing achievements in students, including those
who are academically delayed, conceptual understanding in
science, problem-solving in mathematics, and higher-order
thinking and learning” (Gillies, 2014).

3. “These studies showed that children could be taught to

facilitate each other’s learning, help motivate underachieving
children, improve interpersonal attitudes, and students’
communication skills” (Gillies, 2014).

How does this article relate to equity in the classroom?

Encouraging group dynamics of culturally and ethnically diverse students to work together and achieve equitable goals.
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Reflection:

What are several themes you found across your literature summaries?
Cooperative learning promotes inclusivity, peer support, equal participation, diverse perspectives, and increased engagement as
students collaborate and support one another’s learning. This promotes classroom teamwork, mutual support, and a community of
warmth and acceptance to ensure equity. Teachers must be intentional with their guidance and instructional strategies to facilitate
cooperative learning to ensure they are supporting all of the student’s needs. Ongoing assessments and adjustments are needed
to ensure an effective cooperative learning environment. Accountability is necessary for the teacher as well as the students to
develop and promote the effectiveness of cooperative learning and contributions in the classroom.

What are some of your ideas for how to utilize what you learned from your literature in your classroom? How will this promote
equity for your students?
I will definitely be using cooperative learning strategies in my classroom. Utilizing Kagan strategies such as think-pair-share, round
robin, jigsaw, and mix-pair-share encourages student engagement in the classroom utilizing cooperative learning. These strategies
are effective skills to promote the development of students and their classroom community. Encouraging the use of groups
enriches learning for diverse students and develops their engagement with their classmates in an equitable manner.
How have you revised your wondering after the literature data collection? Why or Why not? If a new wondering, add it here.
I have not revised my wondering related to cooperative learning. Cooperative learning is an important technique used in the
classroom to promote equity, learning, and building classroom community which benefits all types of learners.