Abstract
In this article, the authors explain what they mean by collaborative learning and suggest ways of promoting effective collaboration in senior mathematics. Issues discussed include group composition, the design of suitable tasks for collaborative work, setting norms for student behaviour and the teacher's role in promoting effective discussion. Students' views on collaborative learning are also presented. Perceived advantages include improved understanding, enjoyment and communication skills. Some perceived disadvantages and ways of minimising them are also discussed.
| Original language | English |
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| Publication status | Published - Dec 1999 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | Mathematical Association of Victoria - Duration: 1 Dec 2000 → … |
Conference
| Conference | Mathematical Association of Victoria |
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| Period | 1/12/00 → … |
Keywords
- Communication skills
- Cooperative learning
- Learning
- Norms
- Numeracy
- Senior mathematics
- Small group learning
- Student attitudes
- Teacher attitudes
- Teaching methods
Disciplines
- Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research