Author Question: Benefits of cooperative learning include all of the following EXCEPT: a. achievement levels equal ... (Read 87 times)

joesmith1212 · **on:** Jun 20, 2018

Benefits of cooperative learning include all of the following EXCEPT:

a. achievement levels equal to or greater than those of individualistic or competitive classes
b. increased student motivation
c. decreased levels of teacher preparation time
d. increased student engagement with content

Question 2

Max is one of the lower-achieving students in your class. He rarely becomes enthusiastic about learning and shows no inclination toward leadership. You have set up your cooperative groups so students rotate through the roles of Discussion Leader, Materials Manager, Recorder, and Time-Keeper. Today is Max's day to be Discussion Leader. You

a. allow another student in the group to switch roles with Max.
b. do away with the plan for today and let the students in all groups choose their own roles.
c. don't worry, because you know that Sasha has great leadership ability and will fill in where Max is weak.
d. monitor Max closely during his time as leader, being sure to model or make suggestions for improvement.