MM113-EXER.#2

Which is NOT a basic element of cooperative learning?

• Positive interdependence

• Individual accountability

• Competitive rivalry

• Group processing

When students feel responsible for their learning and the group’s success, this is:

• social skills

• Positive interdependence

• Task structuring

• Group processing

Which element of cooperative learning requires students to reflect on group effectiveness?

• Positive interdependence

• Group processing

• social skills

• Task structure

Which type of goal structure emphasizes working independently with no connection to others’ learning?

• Cooperative

• Individualistic

• Competitive

• Group-centered

The type of goal structure where students compete to achieve a limited number of high grades:

• Cooperative

• Individualistic

• Competitive

• Task-based

Cooperative goal structure means:

• Students compete with each other for grades

• Students ignore each other’s learning progress

• Students maximize their own and each other’s learning

• Students rely solely on the teacher

A system where larger tasks are broken down into smaller, manageable tasks:

• Task structure

• Group processing

• Individual accountability

• Goal structure

Which of the following is an example of social skills in cooperative learning?

• Trust-building

• Memorizing formulas

• Solving equations

• Teacher lecture

In cooperative learning, which ensures that no student “free rides” on the work of others?

• Teacher intervention

• Social skills

• Individual and group accountability

• Task structures

According to NCTM (1991), mathematics classrooms should encourage:

• Silent seatwork

• Memorization drills only

• Active learning and discourse

• Teacher-centered learning