A Small Circle of Friends: Cohort Groups as Learning Communities.

Lawrence, Randee Lipson

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Publication Date: 2002

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A Small Circle of Friends: Cohort Groups as Learning Communities.

Lawrence, Randee Lipson

New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, n95 p83-92 Fall 2002

Cohort groups in adult and higher education develop skills in communicating, accountability, respect, conflict resolution, and commitment. Through collaborative and experiential learning, learning cohorts foster the development of collective knowledge. (Contains 14 references.) (SK)

Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Group Dynamics, Higher Education, Internet

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Language: English

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