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DIMENSIONS OF COOPERATIVE LEARNING IN EDUCATIONAL CONTEXTS
DIMENSIONS OF COOPERATIVE LEARNING IN EDUCATIONAL CONTEXTS

Author(s): Alina Felicia Roman
Subject(s): Social Sciences
Published by: Editura Universității Aurel Vlaicu
Keywords: intra and interpersonal competences; learning group; cooperative learning;

Summary/Abstract: The article discusses the possibilities to increase the role of co-operative learning in educational contexts. The theoretical model introduced in the first section is reflecting the social interdependences perspective, and proposes an integration of humanistic and constructivist models. The new reference framework developed is considered a useful starting point for the by introducing some explanatory models regarding knowledge development through interactions within the learning group, through cooperation. Moreover their effects on learning motivation are underlined in the context of specific educational activities.

  • Issue Year: VIII/2012
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 280-288
  • Page Count: 8
  • Language: English