Effective social arrangements for teaching and learning

Abstract

Myriad social arrangements can be created that work toward rather than against cooperation, effective communication, and security in teaching and learning.

Peer teaching as a strategy for conflict management and student re-engagement in schools

“…Extensive research over the past two decades has identified peer teaching as a particularly potent approach to stimulating learning in schools (Goodlad and Hirst 1989;Billson and Tiberius 1991;Simmons et al 1995 Rubin andHerbert 1998;Boud et al 2001;Gordon 2005). These studies have found clear and convincing proof that having students teach, individually tutor or academically mentor each other can be an extremely effective tool for improving learning in the classroom.…”

Acting to Manage Conflict and Bullying Through Evidence-Based Strategies

“…There has been considerable research into its effectiveness in schools as educators search for more effective ways of engaging students in their learning (eg. Bilson and Tiberius 1991 ;. These studies have found clear and convincing proof that peer teaching can be an extremely effective tool for improving learning in the classroom, in a wide a variety of subject areas and teaching environments.…”

English Oral Communication in Public Secondary Schools in Kazakhstan: Understanding its Practice and Challenges

“…Apparently, learners with lower self-esteem might be unwilling to communicate due to the fear of negative reaction from their fellow classmates (McCroskey & Richmond 1990). In this regard, Billson and Tiberius (1991) encourage teachers to shift students' mind from competition to cooperation. The authors believe that in a climate where students support one another and work together, they feel safe and comfortable to demonstrate their knowledge and weaknesses.…”