Kagan Cooperative Learning introducing Basic PIES Principles PIES
Kagan Cooperative Learning introducing Basic PIES Principles
PIES Principles P I E S Positive Interdependence Individual Accountability Equal Participation Simultaneous Interaction These four principles are key for a successful cooperative learning classroom.
Kagan & Kagan (2009) These four principles are the essence of cooperative learning. “The basic principles of cooperative learning are derived from theories of cooperation, proven cooperative learning practice, and research on cooperative learning When these four principles are in place, all student cooperate, take responsibility for their won learning, pull their teammates, become actively engaged in the learning process, participate often and about equally, and, not surprisingly, accelerate their rate of academic achievement".
P Positive Interdependence Embodies two distinct concepts: 1) Positive Correlation of outcomes 2) Interdependence
Positive Interdependence Positive Correlation • Success of one student or team is linked to the success of another student or team • Students work towards a common goal • Increases cooperation and encourages participants to work together • A positive outcome for one benefits others Interdependence • Structures the task so student need to work together • Contribution of a team member is necessary for the success of the team • Requires working together Both components increase cooperation
I Individual Accountability Every student is responsible for his or her own performance
Individual Accountability • Students are held responsible for their own work and team contribution • Increases achievement • Measures and individual student’s behavior or knowledge Three components of Individual Accountability: • • • Individual- performance is done without help Public- Someone witnesses the performance Required- The performance is required
E Equal Participation Equal participation is an essential part of the learning process.
Equal Participation • Everyone participates with equal and reasonable participation • Students are given the opportunity to formulate their own ideas • Participation increases achievement Creating Equal Participation in the Classroom • • • Taking turns Time allocation Think and write time Rules Individual accountability Roles
S Simultaneous Interaction Active engagement increases student learning.
Simultaneous Interaction • Actively engages a high percentage of students at once • Increases active engagement • Instead of sharing with the whole class, students share with a partner or with a team • Engages more students at once, saving classroom time • Students are able to verbalize their ideas more often • Students participate equally and frequently
Resources Kagan, S. , & Kagan, M. (2009). Kagan cooperative learning. San Clemente, CA: Kagan Publishing.
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