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Collab. learning
Some questions about collaborative learning
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is collaborative learning? | Collaborative learning is based on the view that knowledge is a social construct; Beside, collaborative learning can occur peer-to- peer or in large group. |
| What are the four principles of collaborative learning? | The student is the primary focus of instruction, interaction and doing are the primary importance, working in group is an important mode of learning |
| What is peer learning or peer instruction? | It is a type of collaborative learning that involves students working in pairs or small groups to discuss concepts, or find solutions to problems. |
| What have many instructors found through peer instruction? | Instructor have found that students teach each other by addressing misunderstandings and clarifying misconceptions. |
| which are the benefits of collaborative learning? | Promotion student-faculty interaction, increase in student retention, self-esteem and responsability, preparation for real life social and employment situacion, exposure to and an increase in understanding of diverse perspectives. |
| What are some examples of collaborative learning? | Stump your partner, think- pair- share, catch-up, case study, fishbowl debate. |
| How can you evaluate group work? | Student group work can result in the production of: wikis, proposals, reports of case studies, n-class or video presentations, and posters. |