Transcription of Group Work: How to Use Groups Effectively
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The Journal of Effective Teaching an online journal devoted to teaching excellence The Journal of Effective Teaching, Vol. 11, No. 2, 2011, 87-95 2011 All rights reserved Group work : How to Use Groups Effectively Alison Burke1 Southern Oregon University, Ashland, OR 97520 Abstract Many students cringe and groan when told that they will need to work in a Group . How-ever, Group work has been found to be good for students and good for teachers. Employ-ers want college graduates to have developed teamwork skills. Additionally, students who participate in collaborative learning get better grades, are more satisfied with their education, and are more likely to remain in college.
Teaching and learning in higher education are changing. Active learning has become an important focus in this time of pedagogical change. While the term encompasses a broad array of practices, collaborative learning, or small group work, remains an important element of active learning theory and practice. Research suggests that students learn best
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