In these groups, you are expected to help each other, to discuss, to assess each other's knowledge of the subject and to fill in the gaps in each other's understanding. The goal of cooperative learning is for students to work with each other until everyone in the group has mastered the concepts being taught. These activities require strict adherence to the structure outlined in the lesson. Specific instructions as to the number of postings per individual will be given with each lesson as well. Assignment is not within the specified word limit where applicable.
Assignment lacks structure, adequate documentation.
There is adequate structure and documentation. There is superior structure and documentation. There is skillful use of the methodology, ideas and creative presentation of materials. The assignment is accurately written with the use of an economy of words to produce the most efficient and effective presentation. These are but a few items that this week's study will center on.