ASSIGNMENT
For this writing assignment, you are asked to examine the appropriateness of using group (or collaborative) instructional activities and independent instructional activities.
Review the reading from AInstructional strategies. (2002). Alberta Learning, Health and Life Skills Guide to Implementation. (https://education.alberta.ca/media/482311/is.pdf)
The reading examines the benefits of group and independent activities, as well as suggestions for employing these in the classroom. In your paper, justify why and when a teacher may choose to incorporate a group activity or an independent activity. Explain the reasons for the teacher’s decision and the desired outcomes which influence the choices of this instructional practice. Illustrate your justifications with examples of an activity for each approach, that is—at least one group activity and at least one independent activity. Be certain to address not only the benefits of each of the activities but also the limitations that are likely to need teacher attention when conducting the activities.
In addition to answering when and why it is appropriate for a teacher to use a group activity or an independent activity consider if these are the only two choices. Is there ever a time when an instructional aim might combine both together?
