Big Class into small groups
Turning a big class into small groups creates a better learning environment than a large group of individuals attending one course. In intimate groups there is less anxiety amongst the students, and they are more likely to express their take on a subject. Another benefit is that the groups govern themselves as they find their individual actions reflect on the entire group's reputation.
nestor,
and with time & material permitting, we can rotate group members & enable the class members to get to know more of their classmates which encourages networking & interpersonal skills.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
I agree,big class into small groups create an environment of cooperation and less friction .
Everybody can get to know their strong points and short comings.It stabilized accountability with one another.
Ryan,
this is an excellent point regarding the value of small groups. There are definitely many challenges with small groups, but this is one reason that they can provide a lot of value especially in a larger class.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
