Processes of decision-making in small learning groups

An Analysis and Synthesis of Research on Classroom Peer Tutoring Methods that Benefit Intermediate Math Students

“…As people practice, they will learn to better at working with others (Huber, 2003). Disagreement proves to be positive when it makes people work to explain themselves to come to a point of mutual consent (Yackel et al, 1991).…”

“…It is an experience in which the tutee is guided through a series of questions to help them process math knowledge (Gutstein & Mack, 1999). In the process, the tutee is called to change beliefs and methods of action (Huber, 2003). Cooperative learning may aid or destroy the achievement of this goal depending on the individual's "orientation" (Huber, 2003, p. 258).…”

“…Cooperative learning may aid or destroy the achievement of this goal depending on the individual's "orientation" (Huber, 2003, p. 258). The true question is whether or not they can handle having to search for the answer in a verbal malaise rather than being told directly what is right (Huber, 2003).…”

“…They have to be taught "communication, trust and decisionmaking" (Beetham et al, 1998, p.35). Those who are prepared to succeed feel their teammates value and understand their suggestions, are more willing to accept others input, believe their presence impacted the ultimate conclusion made by the group, and are happy with the end result (Huber, 2003). Students need to feel that they are a valuable part of the solution (Garthe et al, 1998).…”

“…These include general learning of information, arguing their point, categorizing information in an orderly fashion, and processing it (Kramarski et al, 2002). As long as students are not afraid of dealing with a mixture of opinions in a learning situation, they will succeed (Huber, 2003).…”