Collaborative Learning and Change of Mentality in Romanian School

Abstract

Mentalities are forms of knowledge of reality which manifests a high resistance to change, but also great power in influencing relationships with others. The study demonstrates that there is an ameliorative link between collaborative learning and works mentality. Analysis of this connection had two planes converged: on one hand the techniques of working groups help to harmonize attitudes and behaviours of students from ethnic and religious differences, and on the other hand by developing collaborative attitude of the students can reduce resistance to change. Thus, by using collaborative strategies, we can to prevent than to correct. These are components of education which concerns contemporary world issues.