Cooperative Learning Cooperative learning is mentioned within this curriculum. To employ the C.E.L.s of Critical and Creative Thinking, Communication, Personal and Social Values and Skills, this instructional method will be very useful. Everyone should have a chance to speak. Another method for completing a large group meeting may be to summarize information on the blackboard or overhead projector. Students may record the information.
Small groups run most efficiently with three to five people.
A recorder and reporter may be appointed in each group. Students may be asked to focus on asking questions, expressing feelings, expressing support or non-support, or to engage in brainstorming to solve a problem. A group checklist or a cooperative worksheet may be created. Each person in the group should be encouraged to respond. Prior to a group session, students may submit names of students with whom they wish to work for a specified period of time.