PRF753 - Learning in Groups: Fostering Collaboration in the College Classroom

Cible(s) de formation

The course aims to equip participants to:

• Understand and apply key theories and concepts of collaborative learning in educational settings.
• Determine when and how to use various types of collaborative learning in their classes to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Design and implement effective group activities that foster meaningful collaboration among students.
• Utilize digital tools and strategies to enhance collaborative learning in both face-to-face and online environments.
• Develop assessment strategies to evaluate group learning outcomes and individual contributions effectively.

Contenu

This course focuses on the use of group work as an instructional strategy to enhance student collaboration and learning. Participants will examine concepts, principles, and theories related to collaborative learning and group dynamics, including:

• Social Constructivism
• Active Learning
• Tuckman's Stages of Group Development
• Group Formation and Roles
• Digital Collaboration Tools
• Assessment of Group Work