Young children are capable of prosocial behavior interactions during participation in games; and for the children who participated in the study reported in this article, games possessing cooperative goal structures resulted in more prosocial behavior interactions than games possessing competitive goal structures. (IAH)

Presented is the application of this teaching technique to interdisciplinary team studies. Discussed are the educational features, preparation, assessment, and an example of charrette application. (CW)

Discusses a cooperative activity in the views of teachers and students. Cites the positive and negative aspects of the activity from both points of view. (YP)

Presents a lesson plan using the "jigsaw" method which encourages students to teach map skills to each other. Points out that this activity generates a sense of responsibility in students while highlighting each group member's unique skills. Provides detailed instructions for using the lesson. (KO)

Argues that current social studies textbooks lack coherent formats, decipherable vocabulary, clearly written paragraphs, and presume background information which students lack. Presents a lesson which combines information from research in reading and cooperative learning techniques in an attempt to encourage discussion of information and eventual…

Suggests that young pupils find collaborative learning hard to sustain, and discusses interpretations of this observation. Suggests that theory and research have neglected situational continuities between formal and (more successful) informal collaborations. Argues for attending more carefully to the environments of joint problem solving and how…

Interpretive techniques for encouraging participants to experience a deeper level of environmental growth during outdoor activities include group discussions, creative writing, artistic expression, visualization, sensitization, group activities introducing participants to various aspects of the environment, reflective thinking, the use of…

The practice of supplementing language textbooks with input from students is recommended as a way to increase learner understanding and motivation. Several general language learning activities adapted to contain an environmental theme are described. It is suggested that the environmental theme helps promote lifelong learning. (Contains 15…

Describes classroom word games and reading activities that encourage students to think for themselves. These include word substitution drills, reassembling sentences, and spelling-related words. Notes that encouraging students to analyze, synthesize, and apply their knowledge teaches them the skills needed to succeed as independent learners. (MDM)

This study investigated the use of videotaped versus live student presentations in a graduate career counseling course. The results of a survey administered to the students indicated a preference for videotaped over live presentations. The advantages and disadvantages of videotaped presentations are also discussed. (MDM)

This study suggests that group viewing of television in a daycare setting can be used to encourage prosocial behavior in young children. Children (aged three to five years) participated in eight days of group viewing of videotaped segments of "Sesame Street," followed by participation in activities. (AEF)

Examines the importance of cooperative learning in early childhood, which promotes social and academic benefits and can build supportive and more inclusive classroom communities. Suggests seven key ideas to differentiate cooperative groups from traditional groups, including interdependence, goals, grouping, and leadership, with examples from…

Provides a first-week activity in which student groups brainstorm and build cars to win a race. Includes rules, suggestions, time line, and evaluation methods. Notes that many misconceptions may arise from the activity but these are dealt with in the next few weeks of class. (MVL)

Role play is effective in cooperative learning because it reduces anxiety, promotes risk taking, and is versatile. Students share ideas, values, knowledge, and skills, creating mutual problem solving. Limitations include the time required and student personalization of roles. The article lists guidelines for enhancing role play, noting alternative…

Educators who introduced cooperative learning (CL) in their school district present their feelings, ideas, and experiences. They note that CL takes commitment, work, time, and practice. The rewards are improvements in learning, social skills, and achievement. They recommend CL because it addresses current educational needs. (SM)