Cooperative Learning Structure: Catalyst for Effective Learning for Adult Learners in Higher Education

Deficit in Propriety? Cooperative Learning and Group Self-evaluation in Higher Education

“…Recent research on the integration of cooperative learning into higher education also confirms the positive impact of cooperative learning on students' learning outcomes. For example, an empirical study by Okpala and Okpala (2014) contended that cooperative learning is 'a strong pedagogical strategy in the improvement of learning outcomes for adult learners in higher education' (p. 265). Another group of Dutch researchers (Scager et al, 2016), based on five different undergraduate courses in the life sciences, argue that the cooperative design of these courses fostered the students' sense of responsibility.…”

“…Scager et al (2016) implemented cooperative learning in life sciences courses, seeking to increase the effectiveness of collaboration in these courses. Meanwhile, Okpala and Okpala (2014) examined the impact of participation in cooperative learning structures in African-American adult education learning outcomes and engagement. Furthermore, Zain et al (2009) examined the influence of the cooperative learning approach on students' performance and attitude in an economics course.…”

“…73-87, 2020 teaching approach in higher education. Cooperative learning is a strategy that has been widely used in a K-12 school and maintains its relevance (Okpala & Okpala, 2014). There is a wealth of research that substantiates the positive impact of cooperative learning strategies on learning outcomes (Scager et al, 2016;Johnson et al, 2007), such as higher self-esteem, acquisition of collaborative skills, demonstration of task-related behaviors, engagement in the educational process, and so forth (Bennett et al, 1991).…”