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OverviewThis book gives recognition to the importance of cooperative learning, in contrast to the traditional classroom, as an effective approach to learning. Its coverage of the subject ranges across the educational spectrum, from pre-school years to university, and offers a fresh perspective on a topic that has gained increasing interest worldwide. With contributions from an international panel of leading experts in the field, this engaging text succeeds in providing key insights, linking the theories that underpin the study of group dynamics to their practical application in the classroom. It presents a comprehensive overview of this alternative educative approach; illustrating how cooperative learning experiences can promote socialisation and friendships, and facilitate learning. Illustrated with practical examples throughout, this book will be a crucial read for those who wish to attain a fuller understanding of the subject and unleash the significant potential of cooperative learning in any educational setting. Robyn Gillies, School of Education at the University of Queensland, Australia Adrian Ashman is Professor of Education in the School of Education at the University of Queensland, Australia Full Product DetailsAuthor: Adrian Ashman , Robyn GilliesPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.630kg ISBN: 9780415303408ISBN 10: 0415303400 Pages: 252 Publication Date: 24 July 2003 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviews'It makes a revealing contribution to debates about how we group students in class ... a powerful and cogent collection of research which will help those of us trying to develop an assessment for learning strategy in which students work collaboratively to support each other's learning.' - Times Educational Supplement ''This is a book that has something for everyone with an interest in cooperative learning. That said, it also provides sufficient depth and background information to engage readers that have had little or no previous involvement in this area.' - Educational Psychology 'It makes a revealing contribution to debates about how we group students in class ... a powerful and cogent collection of research which will help those of us trying to develop an assessment for learning strategy in which students work collaboratively to support each other's learning.' - Times Educational Supplement ''This is a book that has something for everyone with an interest in cooperative learning. That said, it also provides sufficient depth and background information to engage readers that have had little or no previous involvement in this area.' - Educational Psychology Author InformationAdrian Ashman is Professor of Education at the University of Queensland Robyn Gillies is at the University of Queensland, Australia Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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