Collaborative Learning Structures

Why Collaborative Learning?

Student Achievement. The effects on student achievement are positive and long lasting, regardless of previous ability

Improved Critical Thinking Skills. More opportunities for thinking skills are provided and students show significant improvement in these skills

Improved Relations. Students who learn to co-operate with each other also tend to understand and get on with each other more

Presentation Skills Improvement. Students improve in their oral communication skills with members of their peer group.

Heightened Self-Esteem. When students work is valued by team members their individual self-esteem and respect escalate dramatically

Promoted Social Skills. Student social skills are enhanced through collaborative learning