Kline, Cynthia L.
Group Work That Works
- ISBN 13:
- 9781138668966
- author:
- Kline, Cynthia L.
- format:
- Paperback (20 Apr 2017)
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis LTD
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 188
- Dimensions:
- 178 mm X 254 mm
- Genre:
- Education Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Transform your classroom into a learning community with effective group work. This practical guide offers a Dual Objective Model to improve academic achievement and problem-solving skills while fostering social and emotional development. You'll discover how to assign meaningful tasks, build efficient teams, monitor group dynamics, and assess projects effectively. The book also explores ways to engage students in schoolwork while developing crucial career and life skills, such as teamwork, persistence, communication, self-regulation, and empathy. With real-world examples and sample exercises, this resource helps you incorporate these strategies into your curriculum with ease. Each chapter includes a list of "Big Ideas" to consider how these approaches can evolve over time.