LESSON 13: COOPERATIVE LEARNING WITH THE COMPUTER

       In cooperative learning with the computer, researchers agreed that the computer is the fairy natural learning vehicle for cooperative (at times called promoter) learning.

DISCUSSION:

1.      Discuss the difference between peer competition and positive interdependence in a group. Simply said, aren’t there debates in group work?

Ø  Actually there are debates in a group work because we all know that in a group it compose of different person with different identity in which they have different idea in a certain topics. And competition occurs in a group, debate occurs but if there is cooperation there will be a good outcome.

2.      What can be done in case some members of a group do not show positive interpersonal and communication skills? Can the teacher help in this situation?

Ø  Yes, the teacher can help. She will let the students who are not participating well to create their own in which they can express their self freely.

3.      Do skills in listening, negotiating, compromising, punctuality, tolerance (giving others a chance to speak) part of the social skills needed in group work?

Ø  Yes.

4.      How can group members ensure that each member of the group is also accountable for the group work, and not totally dependent on others? In practical terms, how can the teacher grade individual students fairly in a group activity for one single output?

Ø  In a group, each of them should share their idea in different matters so that they will have a good outcome in their group and the teacher will give them similar grades from their outputs.

5.      While cooperative learning is a very good avenue for teachers to help students learn effectively, why is it not to be adopted in all classrooms learning situation?

Ø  It is because in every classroom they have different situation and standards and sometimes not all of the student want a cooperative activity because they prefer to be independent and compete with others.