Strengthening the Utilization of Cooperative Learning Techniques Along with Different Strategies in Teaching English

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

To keep abreast in producing English teachers and better English speaking students, the school should have established an effective English teaching program utilizing cooperative learning techniques. While it is common knowledge that English instruction nowadays seems to be deteriorating, it is high time for the educators and the learners to work cooperatively to uplift the standard of education in the country. Teachers are always encouraged by their superiors to employ cooperative learning strategies particularly in the implementation of the K-12 programs firmly believing that the said techniques boost learning and improves personality, thus helping students to make the most of their time and abilities.

METHODS

The questionnaire was the major tool in this study designed by the researcher to gather all the necessary information needed to determine the extent of strengthening the utilization of cooperative learning techniques.

RESULTS

Content-Based Instruction. The composite mean of 4.68 indicated that the English teachers utilized the cooperative learning strategies to a very great extent on the content-based instruction.

Thematic Teaching. The respondents showed that evaluating individual and group works is very relevant, thus, used to a very great extent as evidenced by the mean percentage of 4.93.Focusing Inquiry. As indicated in this study, English teachers in North District used cooperative learning strategies along with focusing inquiry approach to a very great extent as supported by a composite mean of 4.50.

Generic Competency Model. The respondents utilized cooperative learning strategies to a great extent along with the generic competency model approach as supported by a composite mean of 4.39.

DISCUSSIONS

A course of action was designed to enhance the utilization of cooperative learning strategies to improve the teaching-learning process in English.

The teachers should be encouraged to avail of continuing professional education specifically on the cooperative learning strategies along with the approaches in teaching English. The school heads, district supervisors, English supervisors should conduct frequent classroom observations to assist teachers in the effective utilization of cooperative learning strategies.