Is provides a thorough exploration of "Constructivism as a Paradigm for Teaching and Learning." This interactive that offers demonstration lessons, interviews with researchers and teachers and a good list of resources. (
http://www.thirteen.org/edonline/concept2class/month2/index_sub3.html
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The Center for Dewey Studies home page http://www.siu.edu/~deweyctr/ provides links to publications about and by John Dewey, as well as sites related to the philosophy of John Dewey. (
http://www.siu.edu/~deweyctr/
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At the University of Virginia, offers helpful tips for how to use cooperative learning groups effectively. (
http://trc.virginia.edu/Publications/Teaching_Concerns/TC_Topic/Cooperative_Learning.htm
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Describes the key elements of successful cooperative learning (with an emphasis on using such strategies with English Learners). (
http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/el/er/cooplrng.asp
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Gives a useful, concise introduction to Vygotsky through sophisticated Web presentation. Includes PowerPoint slides and links. (
http://edweb.sdsu.edu/people/bdodge/scaffolding.html
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Provides an overview of cooperative learning along with examples of cooperative classroom activities. (
http://edtech.kennesaw.edu/intech/cooperativelearning.htm#activities
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Features suggestions on how to build community through the establishment of class rules. (
http://www.readwritethink.org/lessons/lesson_view.asp?id=136
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Provides helpful suggestions for encouraging collaboration and sharing through classroom community-building. (
http://www.youthlearn.org/learning/teaching/climate.asp
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