ERIC Number: EJ1027311
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014
Pages: 13
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ISSN: ISSN-0300-4279
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Fostering Positive Peer Relations in the Primary Classroom through Circle Time and Co-Operative Games
Mary, Latisha
Education 3-13, v42 n2 p125-137 2014
The aim of this study was to investigate the role of co-operative games and circle time activities in fostering positive peer relations in two French Primary classrooms (N = 40). It presents French teachers' and pupils' perceptions of a set of co-operative games and circle time activities implemented within a year long study on personal, social and citizenship education and children's self-esteem. A series of semi-structured interviews were conducted with the two class teachers and a group of focus children (N = 12) throughout the year. The analysis of the data provide evidence that the co-operative and circle time activities provided a context for self-expression and led to increased empathy and understanding among pupils. Increased acceptance towards peers and fewer incidents of peer rejection were also reported.
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Peer Relationship, Elementary School Students, Foreign Countries, Games, Group Activities, Social Studies, Citizenship Education, Child Development, Self Esteem, Semi Structured Interviews, Focus Groups, Empathy, Student Attitudes, Teacher Attitudes
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: France
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