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Cooperative Learning- Supplemental Instruction (SI) & Structured Learning Assistance (SLA)

Cooperative Learning- Supplemental Instruction (SI) & Structured Learning Assistance (SLA). Central Arizona College Tutor Training 2010 By Tem Fuller&Pamela Johnston. What is Cooperative Learning?.

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Cooperative Learning- Supplemental Instruction (SI) & Structured Learning Assistance (SLA)

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  1. Cooperative Learning-Supplemental Instruction (SI) & Structured Learning Assistance (SLA) Central Arizona College Tutor Training 2010 By Tem Fuller&Pamela Johnston

  2. What is Cooperative Learning? • Simply put, cooperative learning consists of students working together in a small group setting, collaborating with one another over course material and class concepts • The goal of cooperative learning is to “empower students to become independent learners.” Valkenburg, J. (2007). “Roles and Responsibilities: Small Group Facilitation.” Delta College: ATP Winter Workshop.

  3. Central Arizona College and Northern Arizona University

  4. The General Goals of Cooperative Learning are: • To reduce course withdrawal/failure rates • To increase the number of students who pass some of the most challenging and highest risk-for-failure college courses.

  5. The Goals of Cooperative Learning are: • To coordinate classroom instruction and study time. • To inspire students to work with creativity and imagination. • To help students develop skills for independent learning. • To help with study skills and time management. • ... Wiggins, G., & McTighe, J. (2001). Understanding by design. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458: Prentice-Hall.

  6. What is Supplemental Instruction (SI)? • A form of cooperative learning developed by the University of Missouri at Kansas City • Usually offered for courses at high risk of failure • Facilitators are students who have successfully completed the class • Facilitators are recommended by faculty members who teach the course • Students are not required to attend the SI • Students meet outside of class Valkenburg, J. (2007). “Roles and Responsibilities: Small Group Facilitation.” Delta College: ATP Winter Workshop.

  7. What is Structured Learning Assistance (SLA)? • A form of cooperative learning similar to the SI model • Scheduled in conjunction with a class • Students are required to attend if their grade drops below a certain level • Students sign a contract at the beginning of the class stating that they are aware of the SLA requirements • Facilitator must take attendance Valkenburg, J. (2007). “Roles and Responsibilities: Small Group Facilitation.” Delta College: ATP Winter Workshop.

  8. At the End of this Presentation • You will work in small groups to design a short classroom presentation about Supplemental Instruction. • You will have less than 5 minutes to advertise SI in classroom during the Orientation to the Learning Center. • Think about the best way to attract students to the Learning Center to participate in small study groups.

  9. Our Experience with Structured Learning Assistance

  10. Instructors and Tutors Collaborate2005 - 2010

  11. Cooperative Learning • The Learning Centers at CAC have a long history of working together with faculty members on collaborative learning projects . • Instructors design and develop activities related to content objectives. • Tutors design and facilitate activities related to learning objectives.

  12. Formal and Informal Study Groups • How would you describe an Informal Study Group? • What are the advantages and disadvantages of an Informal Study Group? • Please, describe a Formal Study Group? • What are the advantages and disadvantages of a Formal Study Group?

  13. Guest Speaking

  14. SI Leaders • The SI leaders should be skilled with: • Course Content • Learning Strategies • Cooperative Learning Methods

  15. (Wiggins and McTighe, 2001)

  16. Meta-cognitive Approach The Assignment The Tutor The Learners How do they think? How do they feel? How would they act? How do I feel and think? What can I do better than before?

  17. Analyze Your Actions as a Tutor • Record all group sessions that you consider important • Share stories with other tutors in relation to study groups you facilitate • Ask for a second opinion about all difficult study group sessions • Be aware of your limitations

  18. HINTS • Practice Critical Thinking • Record your work • Reflect after each session • Record your reflections • Help with innovative materials for tutoring • Learn the organizational structure of the Learning Support system • Coordinate your Supplemental Instruction with your supervisor • Any questions?

  19. Supplemental Instruction • This clip is a fast introduction to Supplemental Instruction • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=573thEFFJDo&feature=related • Imagine that you are advertising an SI informal study group in your first classroom orientation. • How would you advertise this form of academic support?

  20. Resources The International Center for Supplemental Instruction. (n.d.). University of Missouri - Kansas City. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Other SI Programs : http://www.umkc.edu/cad/si/programs.shtml Valkenburg, J. (2007). “Roles and Responsibilities: Small Group Facilitation.” Delta College: ATP Winter Workshop. Wiggins, G., & McTighe, J. (2001). Understanding by design. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458: Prentice-Hall. YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=573thEFFJDo&feature=related

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