To effectively incorporate a cooperative learning environment, the concept of positive interdependence (ie. group effort is more effective than individual effort/learning from others) is beneficial. The instructor has the responsibility to convey to the student that individual accountability is still necessary in order to optimize the learning experience. I will incorporate cooperative learning in my classroom to assist students who have difficulty grasping understanding of the material from the initial lecture/activity. By placing them in a group that consists of a mixed learning types and abilities, all students can learn from each other.
