Cooperative Learning in Education
                     COOPERATIVE 
LEARNING IN 
EDUCATION
Introduction
The idea of cooperative learning has been 
around for decades, but it never got to the 
same prominence as blended learning or 
differentiated instruction.
While it’s debatable as to why cooperative 
learning flew under the radar for so long, it’s 
undeniably a powerful and effective teaching 
strategy.
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What Is Cooperative 
Learning?
Cooperative learning is based on group work, 
but it’s also so much more than that.
The core element of cooperative learning is to 
showcase the positive effects of 
interdependence while underlining the 
importance of personal responsibility.
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Key to cooperative 
learning
The key to cooperative learning is keeping 
students on task.
As the teacher, this is where you fit into the 
cooperative learning experience.
You’re not directly “teaching” when 
cooperative learning occurs. Instead, you’re 
ensuring groups of students stay on task.
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How Do You Structure 
Cooperative Learning 
for the Classroom?
It’s important to note that most teachers don’t 
start a class period with cooperative learning.
The reason is simple: Students haven’t focused 
on the class subject yet, so they’re not going 
to be focused when they break into groups.
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Types of Cooperative 
Learning
Cooperative learning divides into 3 parts:
• Formal learning
• Informal learning
• Cooperative learning
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Elements of Cooperative 
Learning
Positive 
Interdependence
It means that they have clear goals or target. 
Also, their effort not only helps oneself but the 
group. Positive interdependence is committed 
to personal success. as well as the success of 
every member of the group.
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Individual and Group 
Accountability
The group is accountable for its actions. Also, 
the members are accountable for their fair 
contribution. And also for achieving the group 
goal. Besides no one can copy or steal others 
work. Everyone’s performance must be 
assessed. And its results should be given to 
the group.
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Small group and 
Interpersonal skills
Small group and interpersonal skills require 
carrying out as part of a group. Basically, they 
are teamwork skills. Self-motivation, efficient 
leadership, decision making, trust building, 
communication, and conflict managing are 
basic skills.
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Promotive face-to-face 
Interaction
This means that students share each other 
success by dividing resources. Also, to learn 
they help, give confidence, support, and 
admire each other’s work. Educational and 
individual both are part of this common goal.
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Group Processing
Group members require experiencing free to 
communicate frankly with others. Also, they 
feel each other’s concern and make merry at 
accomplishments. Besides, they should 
converse about achieving the goal and 
maintaining helpful working relations.
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