What are the benefits to using Kagan cooperative learning?
There are many well documented and researched benefits to Kagan cooperative learning. Academic Benefits: It promotes critical thinking. It involves students actively in the learning process. Classroom results are improved. It models appropriate student problem solving techniques. Large lectures can be personalized. It is especially helpful in motivating students in specific curriculum. It develops learning communities. Psychological Benefits: Student centered instruction increases students’ self esteem. Cooperation reduces anxiety. It helps develop positive attitudes towards teachers. Kagan cooperative learning drastically reduces negative behavior. Students are taught how to positively interact with each other through cooperative learning and are taught to offer their partner/group praise when they get an answer right. If you have any questions about Kagan cooperative learning or you would like to arrange a tour to view Kagan in action, contact the school and we will be glad to help y
