Collaborative Learning:  How Can We Implement It in Lower Elementary Classrooms?

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Collaborative Learning:  How Can We Implement It in Lower Elementary Classrooms? by Mind Map: Collaborative Learning:  How Can We Implement It in Lower Elementary Classrooms?

1. Strategies:  Think-Pair-Share, Jigsaw, Student Teams, Group Investigation

2. Factors to consider when grouping students:  Age, Ability, Social Compatability

3. Scaffolding Techniques:  Set clear goals for the activity, assign groups jobs for younger students

4. Resources:  Schaffhauser, D.  (2015).  P21 Research Series Offers Advice on 21st Century '4Cs' -- THE   Journal. Retrieved June 30, 2016 from     https://thejournal.com/articles/2015/09/02/p21-research-series-offers-advice-on-21st-century-4cs.aspx

4.1. Luo, Y.  (2015).  Design Fixation and Cooperative Learning in Elementary Engineering Design Project.  International Educational Studies, 8 (9), 107-112.

4.2. Slavin, R. (2015).  Cooperative Learning in Elementary Schools.  International Journal of Primary, Elementary, and Early Years Education, 43 (1), 5-14.

5. Collaborative Learning and Cooperative Learning are sometimes used interchangeably.

6. One of the 4Cs of 21st Century Skills:  Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, and Critical Thinking