Cult of Pedagogy: Jigsaw

The origin of the "Jigsaw Method" had much to do with academics and instruction.

• True

• False

What problems were the teachers in Austin, Texas experiencing in 1971 that they were eager to solve? (check all that apply)

• An atmosphere of turmoil and hostility.

• Fist-fights erupting in the hallways and school yards.

• Students were too dependent upon each other to learn independently.

• Long-standing distrust between groups of students.

How did the Jigsaw method change the learning experience for students? (check all that apply)

• Made students more competitive.

• Students worked better independently.

• Diminished competition in the classroom.

• Students could not succeed without one another.

What are examples of how Jigsaw can help students' social-emotional learning? (check all that apply)

• Increased feeling of competence and autonomy.

• Improved attitude towards peers.

• Increased intrinsic motivation.

• Reduced indicators of racial prejudice.

What is the purpose of Expert Groups? (check all that apply)

• Compare ideas and understanding can be reinforced.

• To share out what they have read with students who have not been exposed to the content.

• Fill any learning gaps.

• Clear up misconceptions.

• Presentations can be prepared.

What is the role of students in Jigsaw groups? (check all that apply)

• Complete a culminating project.

• Listen to peers without asking questions.

• Take notes and ask questions.

• Present the information shared in expert groups.

What should the final step of the Jigsaw Method be?

• Assessing the students as a group.

• Assessing all students on select content areas.

• Assessing all students on all content areas studied.

What is the most significant difference in Jigsaw II from Jigsaw I?

• Students are given two assessment grades.

• Students are given one assessment grade.

• Students do not get graded individually.

It is okay to have two students in a group responsible for the same content.

• True

• False

What makes Jigsaw III and IV different from Jigsaw I and II?

• Projects need to be produced by expert groups.

• Group reviews are built in before the assessment.

• Expert groups are eliminated.

• Jigsaw groups and reporting are not necessary.