Mathematics @ GEC

Engaged in learning!

At Glen Eira College, Year 7 and Year 8 Maths classes work on collaborative tasks fairly regularly. Collaborative learning takes place when students work in small groups with everyone participating in a learning task. 

Here are some explanations on collaborative learning sourced from https://tophat.com/glossary/c/collaborative-learning-theory/

Collaborative learning theory is rooted in Lev Vygotsky’s idea, Zone of Proximal Development. Here, learners rely on one another to accomplish tasks that they otherwise wouldn’t be able to complete individually. Collaborative learning is key for developing critical thinking skills, with it suggested that students retain more information when working in groups.

Collaborative learning theory involves peer-to-peer learning that fosters deeper thinking in the classroom. Collaborative learning theory suggests that group learning helps students develop their higher-level thinking, oral communication, self-management and leadership skills. Students also have the opportunity to build upon their leadership and organizational skills.

Students of 7G, Ms Ackroyd’s class, worked collaboratively this week in arranging the decimals in order on a number line.  As you can see here in the photos, the students are truly engaged in learning!   

Arivu Kumaran

Maths Learning Area Leader