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Publication Date: 2017
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Strategies for Successful Group Work
Nipp, Mary Beth; Palenque, Stephanie Maher
Journal of Instructional Research, v6 n42-45 2017
The thought of group work, or CLC Groups often strikes fear and loathing in the hearts and minds of both students and instructors. According to Swan, Shen, and Hiltz (2006) collaborative work presents the possibilities of many difficulties including a largely unequal contribution of group participants, an inability of the students to manage the different ideas and opinions while progressing, a decentralization of the objective of the work due to the requirement for increased autonomy and control over the choice of information and its processing, and individual assessment of each group participant. However, the many proven benefits of collaborative work make it worthwhile in both traditional and online classrooms. It is well worth the effort to gain control of this aspect of the class and position students for a successful and fulfilling experience. This article will discuss key steps, including connecting to collaborate, committing to comply, and anticipating to adapt, that instructors and students can take to help ensure the best chance for successful group work in the classroom.
Descriptors: Success, Teamwork, Educational Strategies, Best Practices, Communication Strategies, Teacher Role, Compliance (Legal), Cooperative Learning, Interpersonal Competence, Group Dynamics, Group Unity, Higher Education
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Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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