Tribes provides a structure which allows more effective teaching of any curricula. Tribes are small social support groups that meet regularly within the large group. A sequence of activities conducted by the teacher or facilitator promotes cooperation and support within the tribe. Tribes groups can be used for problem solving, decision making, self-discovery, consensus building, and teaching through peer interaction. Involved students have fewer behavior problems.
Successful achievement depends on learning in a safe environment that fosters ones self-esteem.
The difference is palpable. Tribes students simply function better. As individuals, they have fewer conflicts with their classmates. In small groups, they work more productively. And as a class, they are more attentive listeners when the teacher gives directions.