Collaborative learning by mustaqim

Collaborative learning by mustaqim

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  COLLABORATIVECOLLABORATIVE LEARNINGLEARNING By MUSTAQIM
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  Collaborative LearningCollaborative Learning oCollaborative Learning Collaborative learning is a type of active learning that takes place in student teams. It centers on the students’ discovery, study and use of information in a collaborative manner, rather than an instructor simply lecturing and the students individually, passively taking notes.
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  ADVANTAGESADVANTAGES ⇒Develops independent learners. ⇒Encouragesconflict resolution. ⇒Encourages students to share experiences and learn from others. ⇒Creates an environment for risk taking and active participation.
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  DISADVANTAGESDISADVANTAGES ⇒ Usually thereisn’t sufficient time for true collaboration to occur. ⇒Instructor may not be able to monitor groups effectively. ⇒Instructor may have a difficult time going from instructor to “facilitator”. ⇒Developing quality CL activities which are appropriate for meeting objectives is often difficult.
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  Collaborative vsCollaborative vs CooperativeLearningCooperative Learning o Differences Panitz (1996) Collaborative Collaborative style focuses on the process of working together. Collaborative learning has British roots. Collaboration is a philosophy of interaction and personal lifestyle The students are in charge of obtaining the additional source material. Cooperative Cooperation stresses the product of working together. Cooperative learning has largely American roots. Cooperation is a structure of interaction to facilitate the accomplishment of goals The teacher provides extra materials for learners to analyze.
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  Collaborative vsCollaborative vs CooperativeLearningCooperative Learning o Differences Panitz (1996) Collaborative The teacher would be available for consultations to facilitate group discussions The final product is determined by each group The students develop a very strong ownership for the process. Cooperative The teacher might use specific structures, such as a Jig Saw model, to help facilitate the group interactions. The teacher may require a specific product such as a paper or report. The teacher maintains control of the process at each stage
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  Collaborative vsCollaborative vs CooperativeLearningCooperative Learning o Differences (Rockwood, 1995) Collaborative The instructor abdicates his or her authority and empowers the small groups. Groups are often given more open-ended, complex tasks. Collaborative style is used for higher level, less foundational knowledge. Cooperative The instructor is the center of authority in the class . Group tasks are usually more closed-ended. Cooperative learning style is used for foundational knowledge (traditional).
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  The Implications ofTheImplications of collaborative learningcollaborative learning o Implications in EFL Teaching * It promotes communicative interaction * It allows students’ learning and academic achievement Share of ideas Problem solving Meaning negotiation Active process involvement Longer retention Critical thinking skills development
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  conclusionconclusion Collaborative learning isthe use of small groups so that all students can maximise their learning and that of their peers.
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  conclusionconclusion Collaborative learning isthe use of small groups so that all students can maximise their learning and that of their peers.