Date of Award
7-2016
Culminating Project Type
Starred Paper
Degree Name
Curriculum and Instruction: M.S.
Department
Teacher Development
College
School of Education
First Advisor
Jan Frank
Second Advisor
Ramon Serrano
Third Advisor
Linda Scott-Halverson
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License.
Keywords and Subject Headings
Cooperative Learning, Urban Learners, Relationships, Increased Achievement
Abstract
Urban learners of all racial make-ups hold a unique position when it comes to effectiveness of teaching strategies that are credited in raising achievement. The use of cooperative learning groups is an equalizing method in meeting the diverse needs of all learners regardless of their race and academic proficiency. This study will take an in-depth look at cooperative learning, and how the use of it benefits all learners in raising proficiency in math and reading. The study focuses on the following questions.
- To what extent do interpersonal relationships affect students’ ability to work together in small cooperative groups?
- How will the use of cooperative learning groups affect academic performance in math and reading?
- Will cooperative learning strategies along with strong interpersonal relationships help build confidence and self-esteem in children around learning?
Recommended Citation
Kuhlman, Jason L., "Using Cooperative Learning to Increase Achievement of Urban Learners in Math and Reading through Strong Interpersonal Relationships" (2016). Culminating Projects in Teacher Development. 17.
https://repository.stcloudstate.edu/ed_etds/17
