DIMENSIONS OF COOPERATIVE LEARNING IN EDUCATIONAL CONTEXTS
Keywords:
intra and interpersonal competences, learning group, cooperative learningAbstract
The article discusses the possibilities to increase the role of cooperative
learning in educational contexts. The theoretical model introduced in the
first section is reflecting the social interdependences perspective, and proposes an
integration of humanistic and constructivist models. The new reference framework
developed is considered a useful starting point for the by introducing some explanatory
models regarding knowledge development through interactions within the learning
group, through cooperation. Moreover their effects on learning motivation are
underlined in the context of specific educational activities.
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