# data[].attributes.body
Collaborative working is a great way to get students to work effectively and it prepares them for future group work.

# data[].attributes.body
Grouping by skill level or interest is important.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration is key to learning. It fosters respect and understanding of others.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration on projects and in discussion groups will allow CLD students to practice their language skills and build rapport within the groups. This should build the confidence levels of our CLD students so that they feel more comfortable and empowered to speak up and speak out, to take more control over their own learning and experiences.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration amongst students and teachers a like is key for social skills and for learning from one another. I cannot tell you how many times a student has taught me something new or has shown me a new perspective on a topic I have been teaching.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration promotes learning multiple perspectives, teaches tolerance, and helps promote a safe, trusting environment for making meaning of learning.

# data[].attributes.body
Students feel more connected when they can share ideas with each other. I like the suggestion of pre-teaching skills/concepts to ELL if needed before the group work occurs.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration is a great way for CLD students to feel comfortable and safe so they'll take risks in their learning. This benefits all students, not just the CLD ones. It is important for the routines and procedures be taught through modeling and practice.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaborative writing will allow CLD students to first think/write independently, then discuss and improve upon their writing with the help of a partner.

# data[].attributes.body
Working in small groups allows students to make connections and feel comfortable within the classroom.

# data[].attributes.body
CLD students can grow as learners when they are given more opportunities to speak and collaborate with one another. Teachers have the responsibility to create that space for meaningful collaboration to take place.

# data[].attributes.body
There are many collaborative structures that can be used with all students. This means that are a variety of ways that collaboration can occur within every lesson in the classroom. Taking time to create meaningful groups for collaboration is so important for all students but especially CLD students.

# data[].attributes.body
Providing student voice and choice in the classroom environment along with providing collaborative learning will  encourage active learning for ALL students including the CDL student.

# data[].attributes.body
For ELL students to really appreciate collaboration they must be treated as students first. Teachers must appeal to their need and desire for fun during the collaborative activity.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration is important in the classroom. It is skill that needs modeled, as it can look very different depending on the activity.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration is key to students' learning. Having a setup where students can easily collaborate and share ideas allows students to learn more through sharing discussions.

# data[].attributes.body
Providing the space and environment for partner and small group work is essential to allow students to learn how to be collaborative. They need to have modeling and an adult watching the interaction to help foster positive collaboration.

# data[].attributes.body
CDL student would benefit from being able to talk with and work with their peers. They can discover other view points and other ways to solve problems.

# data[].attributes.body
I believe that it is important to provide areas of the room for partner work and independent work. Clear expectations and routines are important as well.

# data[].attributes.body
Establishing routines and structure are necessary to create a positive experience with collaborative groups.

# data[].attributes.body
Thoughtful and deliberate grouping of students is essential to growth and success.

# data[].attributes.body
Students need routine and guidelines should be established. Students should also have a variety of groups for additional learning.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration and routine should be taught and modeled to teach students its importance and effectiveness.  It will enhance learning for all!

# data[].attributes.body
Consistency and routine is the key for a CLD student to feel comfortable and confident with their learning.

# data[].attributes.body
Great way to teach social skills and mutual respect - include those you are working with

# data[].attributes.body
It was nice to read that it is OK to keep the CLD students in the same grouping for the year.

# data[].attributes.body
It is especially important for ELL students to be able to communicate/collaborate with peers to help them process new language and information, though of course it is beneficial to all of our students.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration gives students an authentic opportunity to practice/learn English but also to connect with their peers and teachers in a positive way.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration offers another opportunity for kids to learn and understand. It is also another opportunity to actively use language.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration can't simply be built on ideas and end goals, the skills of the learners must also be considered.

# data[].attributes.body
Learners should be given opportunities to collaborate and do so in a safe and comfortable environment where they feel like they can take risks

# data[].attributes.body
Working with students to come up with ways I can check they understand our activity in different ways then me just observing them play a game.

# data[].attributes.headline
Giving opportunity for collaboration and cooperative learning is key for all learners. It allows all learners to be involved in group work and enhancing skills that each individual can improve on. 

# data[].attributes.subject
Giving opportunity for collaboration and cooperative learning is key for all learners. It allows all learners to be involved in group work and enhancing skills that each individual can improve on. 

# data[].attributes.body
CDLs need to be involved in as much collaborative activities as possible because this helps them practice and learn academic English.

# data[].attributes.body
Students have the opportunity to practice fluency skills when placed in groups having them demonstrate their strengths.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration is an important skill for all type of learners.  It is also needed to be practiced and worked on pretty much everyday.

# data[].attributes.body
Student collaboration is important to make sure students learn. It should always be a part of the lesson as collaborating with one another lets students see different perspectives. It also gives CLD students time to think about the different responses related to the question or activity.

# data[].attributes.body
Not only is it one of the top skills essential in the work force, it is a perfect skill for middle schoolers to practice. They are at an age where belonging and socialization is incredibly important. Using learning teams that collaborate on a regular basis is a great way to help them work on the skills essential to develop positive relationships.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration is a key component for all learners, specifically CLD students.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration is crucial for students not only in the academic sense, but socially. Students learn appropriate ways to communicate with their peers, while also having the opportunity to share . This allows students to be exposed to ideas that they  would not have ever thought of, thus exposing them to multiple perspectives. Collaboration helps to develop classroom community  because it allows students to hear what others are thinking about.  Collaboration is also beneficial for ELL students because it allows students to practice their English Language  in a safe space.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration allows for students to hear  multiple perspectives from peers, which can deepen and enrich learning by providing viewpoints and knowledge they had previously not considered. It allows English proficient students to help build the skills of CLD students.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration builds classroom community by giving the students the opportunity to share experiences and ideas. CLD students can benefit from collaboration by discussing in groups to practice their social language skills in English.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration in the classroom allows students to gain perspectives of others in the group and learn SEL skills while helping CLD students at the same time

# data[].attributes.body
When students collaborate, they use discussion skills that enhance conversation.  This will help CLD students practice the English language.

# data[].attributes.headline
Collaboration creates opportunities to learn through experience and with peer conversation.  Visuals in collaboration supports learning.

# data[].attributes.subject
Collaboration creates opportunities to learn through experience and with peer conversation.  Visuals in collaboration supports learning.

# data[].attributes.headline
Collaboration, especially when using visual media as a way of expressing and idea can cut across barriers and enhance a sense of belonging.

# data[].attributes.subject
Collaboration, especially when using visual media as a way of expressing and idea can cut across barriers and enhance a sense of belonging.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration fosters a classroom environment that is welcoming and active. CLD and all students use language to make meaning, interact socially, and develop language skills that will help them now and in the future.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration gives CLD students an opportunity to practice using the English language with their peers in a safe, small group setting.  It also gives more advanced students an opportunity to help clarify or translate important concepts, when needed.  Collaborative groupings provides a safe and comfortable space for students to ask questions without feeling embarrassed in front of the whole class.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaboration gives students of all ages the opportunity to practice essential skills that will guide them into being successful members of society.

# data[].attributes.body
Collaborative groups provide a rich environment for students to practice both oral language and receptive language skills.

# data[].attributes.body
I like the idea of home groups to help students feel comfortable. At the same time, I think sometimes it is important to switch the groups occasionally.

# data[].attributes.body
I always enjoyed doing small group activities.The students seem to connect with each and feed off each others idea.

# data[].attributes.headline
Working in groups is great. It helps students feel more comfortable and teaches them how to work together.

# data[].attributes.subject
Working in groups is great. It helps students feel more comfortable and teaches them how to work together.

# data[].attributes.body
Working in small groupings aids in good listening and participation. Everyone gets an opportunity to share and learn. It build good self esteem and confidence to want to learn.

# data[].attributes.body
Working in groups is a great thing as long as the students have very clear expectations of what each member needs to contribute.

# data[].attributes.body
Playing a group games like family feud so student are answering questions through a fun way that they are comfortable with.

# data[].attributes.body
Hands on activities are a great way for students to learn, share their ideas and interact with their classmates.

# data[].attributes.body
Students learn the most from hands on activities. Students enjoy learning about one another.

# data[].attributes.headline
Cooperative & Collaborative Group Learning

# data[].attributes.subject
Cooperative & Collaborative Group Learning

# data[].attributes.body
Students need to know what's expected of them in their groups work. They learn to get along and work together in small groups.

# data[].attributes.body
Giving students the chance to work in flexible grouping that encourages them to respond to and her new voices and thoughts.

# data[].attributes.body
Grouping is important in the classroom for collaboration, to share thoughts and ideas, and to help build confidence for all to succeed in the classroom.

# data[].attributes.body
Structures and procedures increase collaborative student learning.

# data[].attributes.body
Grouping in my class works when only 2 students speak the same language. This allows for the most mixing of students possible for activities to be another teaching resource.

# data[].attributes.body
Although space and time is often limited, whenever possible, I'll try to have more flexibility with the room set up so students feel more a part of the whole space and not so restricted to their seat and music stand.

# data[].attributes.body
Flexible learning spaces, grouping, opportunities for collaboration, welcoming classrooms, seating arrangements; all of these important aspects of our classroom come from careful structuring.  They don't "just happen."

# data[].attributes.body
Grouping is important with ELLs students because when they're grouped with other students that speak the same language their confidence is being built. They learn to express their feelings and step out of their box.

# data[].attributes.headline
Students need to learn how to work together because we all know what it's like to work with someone who is missing this skill. Collaborative learning is a great way to incorporate this.

# data[].attributes.subject
Students need to learn how to work together because we all know what it's like to work with someone who is missing this skill. Collaborative learning is a great way to incorporate this.

# data[].attributes.body
Learning how to work and share ideas with other is essential in building a welcoming and safe learning environment.

# data[].attributes.body
Giving students a chance to work with as many different people as possible is very important. Working with the same people can get boring!

# data[].attributes.body
Empowering students to collaborate provides the opportunity to glean ideas and thoughts from each other, sharing successes and struggles.

# data[].attributes.body
Designing a culturally responsive classroom that fosters team building and relationship strengthening.

# data[].attributes.headline
Students working together is beneficial in the development of language skills.

# data[].attributes.subject
Students working together is beneficial in the development of language skills.

# data[].attributes.headline
Group work can help students acquire language skills and help them learn the material. 

# data[].attributes.subject
Group work can help students acquire language skills and help them learn the material. 

# data[].attributes.headline
Students need structures and procedures for cooperative learning to occur.  This takes lots of planning.  It is critical to use real world and relatable situations for active engagement to occur.

# data[].attributes.subject
Students need structures and procedures for cooperative learning to occur.  This takes lots of planning.  It is critical to use real world and relatable situations for active engagement to occur.

# data[].attributes.headline
Provide ample opportunities for collaborative work; a great way to encourage this is to group desks and  provide other areas of collaborative space in the classroom. 

# data[].attributes.subject
Provide ample opportunities for collaborative work; a great way to encourage this is to group desks and  provide other areas of collaborative space in the classroom. 

# data[].attributes.body
I think many opportunities for growth could stem from the grouping the students are placed in.

# data[].attributes.headline
Involve student feedback when developing and refining classroom/group norms. Allow students to self-evaluate and share ideas.

# data[].attributes.subject
Involve student feedback when developing and refining classroom/group norms. Allow students to self-evaluate and share ideas.

# data[].attributes.headline
Grouping is so important to kids with SEL deficits.  They want friends but often don't know how to make and keep them. Grouping them in small groups or in pairs is less daunting to them and helps them build those connections.

# data[].attributes.subject
Grouping is so important to kids with SEL deficits.  They want friends but often don't know how to make and keep them. Grouping them in small groups or in pairs is less daunting to them and helps them build those connections.

# data[].attributes.body
Having a lot of opportunities for students to sit in a way that they can work collaboratively is important. You don't want students to feel isolated or uncomfortable.

# data[].attributes.headline
I think there are alot of great ideas to organize students to share thoughts. I think the key is to assess what you want to share, then adapt the best possible method of structural organization possible.

# data[].attributes.subject
I think there are alot of great ideas to organize students to share thoughts. I think the key is to assess what you want to share, then adapt the best possible method of structural organization possible.

# data[].attributes.headline
Group seating is essential I believe to form relationships and overall social interaction. 

# data[].attributes.subject
Group seating is essential I believe to form relationships and overall social interaction. 

# data[].attributes.body
Grouping and adding diverse bulletin boards etc... will make your CDL learner feel comfortable in your room. It helps facilitate taking risks and fosters that growth mindset.

# data[].attributes.body
A great deal of thought should be put into how you are going to group the class. You need a good balance of who is going to do what job and are the kids comfortable with each other. CLD students will benefit a great deal by taking in the language- receptive & responsive learners.

# data[].attributes.body
students don't like to sit alone.
They don't like to feel isolated or having it obvious they are asking for help.

# data[].attributes.body
It's never too late to reflect on your classroom design and change what needs to be changed to ensure all students have access and are successful.

# data[].attributes.body
Teachers and students alike are learning new ways to learn and experiencing diverse teaching activities.
As more information is shared about how students learn, better changes in teaching are occurring.

# data[].attributes.headline
Grouping is important as it gives the students an opportunity to socialize and work with others to learn the materials.

# data[].attributes.subject
Grouping is important as it gives the students an opportunity to socialize and work with others to learn the materials.

# data[].attributes.body
In my opinion, cooperative learning through grouping is one of the most beneficial things we can do for our students. It gives them a chance to learn and model appropriate social interaction skills, and depending on the way you organize your groups, you could be doing more for your students than you can even begin to realize.

# data[].attributes.body
The way students are grouped depends on the activity. All collaboration builds oral language and higher thinking.

# data[].attributes.body
I tell my kids that besides math that they will learn in my class is social skills. The student who come to my class are all struggling and making someone else feel bad about their math abilities isn't going to make them any better. Working with new people helps them learn to get along with people they might normally talk to or work with outside of class.

# data[].attributes.body
Students can benefit from effective grouping. This is a strategy that can promote collaboration and communication amongst students.

# data[].attributes.headline
The concept of grouping , in my opinion,is one of the keys to learning. In addition to academic improvement the students learn appropriate ways to interact with other students. In this day and age when it appears many kids socially interact via cell phones it is refreshing to actually see/hear them talking  and interacting

# data[].attributes.subject
The concept of grouping , in my opinion,is one of the keys to learning. In addition to academic improvement the students learn appropriate ways to interact with other students. In this day and age when it appears many kids socially interact via cell phones it is refreshing to actually see/hear them talking  and interacting

# data[].attributes.body
I think it is important to put a lot of thought into the groups you form to make sure that they are going to work well together and allow all students to be successful.
You must consider both academic abilities and personalities.
I also believe flexible grouping beneficial to students.

# data[].attributes.body
The one takeaway that resonated the most with me is that of grouping students in a "home" group. I learned that it is beneficial to keep groups of 3 to 4 students in the same small group for the entire school year. This was found to be more effective that re-arranging groups.