Instructional Delivery Methods and Strategies: A View of Cooperative Learning
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the instructional method of cooperative learning, including a presentation of the pros and cons of this method. This paper also outlines tips for the more effective use of this method and describes a situation where the method would be most appropriately utilized. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Pluses and Minuses of Cooperative Learning
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This 12-page-paper presents a detailed overview of the concept of cooperative learning. It opens with a concise definition of what cooperative learning is all about and moves into the various theories about its use and effectiveness. Research studies are discussed as well as some of the negative things that can occur. Suggestions on how to make a cooperative learning situation successful are also included. Bibliography lists seven sources.
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Using Group Investigation To Increase Hands-On Instruction
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This 14 page research paper offers a brief overview of test scores in America, an explanation of group investigation, an advanced cooperative learning model that is founded on inquiry and problem solving. Three overviews of model lessons in the general area of biology and a short list of other ideas for using group investigation in the science classroom are listed. Ideas can be modified for any subject area. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Classroom Management / Journal Article Reviews
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Two 1 page reviews (2 pages total) of education-related journal articles. Specifically examined are classroom discipline and the importance of classroom climate for at-risk learners. Full citations are provided for each article.
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Classroom Discipline
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A 5 page research paper that examines the area of discipline in classroom management. This paper particularly addresses the strategies promoted by Lee and Marlene Canter in their book on assertive discipline techniques for classroom situations. Like many other professionals, the Canter stress the use of pre-intervention strategies and several of these techniques are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Classroom Discipline / Classroom Management
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A 6 page essay that looks at the problem of classroom and discipline and what recent studies have to say about the most effective strategies for maintaining discipline. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Classroom Management & Discipline Issues
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A 6 page analysis of some excellent studies pertaining to classroom management and discipline issues within the classroom. The writer discusses how these two terms are not synonymous and that the broader scope of ėclassroom management techniques'offers teachers concrete suggestions for improving their classroom situations and their teaching. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Classroom Observation / Classroom Management
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A 4 page essay describing an observation of a high school literature classroom with particular emphasis on classroom management techniques used by the teacher. Research in this area suggests there are numerous things a teacher can do to prevent major behavior problems from occurring, such as enforcing the rules. This teacher demonstrated knowledge and skills in averting potential problems. The writer describes what the teacher did in her classroom in terms of prevention and correction. No bibliography.
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Classroom Observations / Assessment Of Classroom Management Styles
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A 5 page essay describing a future teacher's observation of a classroom. Classroom management processes were observed and described. What was learned and how it will affect the future teacher's teaching are discussed. No Bibliography.
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