Which of the following are the advantages of cooperative learning?

1.It has a positive effect on the academic achievement of students

2.It helps students to coordinate activities

3.It has a positive effect on the self-esteem of students

4.It is helpful in improving interpersonal behaviour and the class environment

A1, 3 & 4 only

B2 & 3 only

C1, 2, 3 & 4 ✓ Correct

D1, 2 & 4 only

Correct answer: (C) 1, 2, 3 & 4

Explanation

All four are advantages of cooperative learning: higher achievement, coordination, self-esteem and better interpersonal behaviour.

It raises academic achievement through shared effort and peer explanation.

It helps students coordinate activities within the group.

It strengthens self-esteem by giving each member a valued role.

It improves interpersonal behaviour and the overall class environment.

Johnson and Johnson identified positive interdependence as its core condition.

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