Cooperative Activities in Interactive Distance Learning

Abstract

Cooperative and collaborative activities that work well in the traditional classroom can be transferred to interactive televised distance learning classes. Academic performance along with teamwork, interpersonal skills, and conflict resolution are successfully achieved in this learning environment. Learning together fosters self-development, intellectual empowerment, and lifelong learning. Furthermore, cooperative learning alleviates the perception of isolation at the receiving sites. Types of cooperative activities that are effective include : dyad and small group discussions, team projects, and collaborative analysis and evaluation. Cooperative activities are evaluated through students' assessment of cooperative activities, the instructor's observation of group interaction, and the students' successful completion of the assigned task.