1. Cooperative Learning Model Math/Science Kathleen Magnani and Danielle Martling Danielle Martling

2. Big Ideas & Enduring Outcomes Science “Change Over Time” Natural selection is the mechanism of evolution. Natural selection is the mechanism of evolution. Practical: Connect genetic make-up of an individual to a physical trait. Analytical and Practical: Simulate natural selection to show how a species can change over time depending on its adaptations and the environment in which it lives. Analytical, Creative and Practical: Experiment with a model of how certain adaptations can be advantages or disadvantages and relate the experience to real life examples. Inquiry instruction throughout- Engage, Explore, Explain, Extend, Evaluate

3. Big Ideas & Enduring Outcomes Math Inquiry Not all of the mathematical principles are necessary if we solve problems in alternate ways. Students will create 3 different methods for solving a single problem. (Analytical, creative) Compare and contrast two methods of solving to decide which is best in the situation. (Analytical, practical)

4. Cooperative Learning Students of all levels Work together in structured groups Shared common goal Teacher coaches

5. Five Overarching Principles Clearly connected goals with correct cooperative structure (think-pair-share, jigsaw, etc.) Well defined tasks and roles Continuous coaching Collaboration-“sink or swim together” Group Processing

6. Science Lesson Using Cooperative Learning Model Extinction and Fossils Students placed into cooperative groups (strategic, not random) Students placed into cooperative groups (strategic, not random) All research and identify extinct organism that lived in California. Group selects one organism. All research and identify extinct organism that lived in California. Group selects one organism. There are multiple research tasks (eg. Where in CA fossils were found, characteristics of organism, etc…) and tasks are divided up with each student responsible for a research task. (Individual responsibility) There are multiple research tasks (eg. Where in CA fossils were found, characteristics of organism, etc…) and tasks are divided up with each student responsible for a research task. (Individual responsibility)

7. Science Lesson continued… Written and presentation component. Each group member is responsible for his/her own written portion and verbal portion in the presentation. Written and presentation component. Each group member is responsible for his/her own written portion and verbal portion in the presentation. Assessment- Individual and group assessment Assessment- Individual and group assessment

8. Math Lesson Using Cooperative Learning Model Strategic Grouping for Skill Level Each group has 3 coordinates to plot and form a triangle. Find: lengths of sides, measure of angles, area, perimeter Each group member has own color pen, must use equally Each group member participates in presentation of solution

9. Math lesson continued… Must explain at least 1 time when the group differed on their method and why they chose to go the way they did. Teacher circulates to listen to discussion, promote questioning of group members, monitor participation

10. Professional Development Workshop Cooperative Learning can be used in ANY subject area. Promotes academic learning, social skills, and tolerance of differences among students. Key things must be taught and in place in order to be successful (social skills, collaborative skills, group processing)

11. PD workshop continued… Teacher has a definite role: set structure, define individual roles in group, set task and deadline, and monitor throughout. Practice in workshop using a variety of subject areas.