Extent of Effectiveness of Collaborative Learning in Developing Skills and Students Achievement of Elementary Grade Pupils in Emmanuel ES S.Y. 2017-2018

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Collaborative learning is very important in achieving critical thinking. This study deals with the extent of effectiveness of collaborative learning in developing skills and student achievement of elementary grade pupils in Emmanuel Elementary School S.Y. 2017-2018. The main concern of this study focuses on the perception of students with regards to the effectiveness of collaborative learning techniques in developing skills and its impact on their grades as shown in their report card.

METHODS

This study used the descriptive method of educational research utilizing the aptitude of the respondents based on pupil's report card and survey questionnaire. No sampling technique was employed, total enumeration of respondents was used. This method was designed to establish the significance of the collaborative learning techniques and achievement of grade school pupils in Emmanuel Elementary School.

RESULTS

Students’ report cards revealed a high passing percentage which is verbally interpreted as "Always.” T-collaborative learning technique was highly effective in achieving learners' high passing rate. Techniques such as Think-Pair-Share, brainstorming, jigsaw puzzle, and peer tutoring were highly effective in developing skills and student achievement. The student-respondent perceived the effectiveness of collaborative learning techniques in developing belongingness, social skills or socialization, learning styles, and sense of responsibility as "Always.” The results showed that the student-respondents developed belongingness, social skills or socialization, learning style, and sense of responsibility through the use of different collaborative learning techniques. This implies that using or applying collaborative learning techniques and skills development is an effective strategy to help develop the totality or holistically of some students.

DISCUSSIONS

Results revealed that collaborative learning not only enhanced the teaching and learning process but also made students happy. Through collaborative learning lessons or sessions, students not only worked on academic and extra-curricular activities but also developed their social skills and learned together with peers which improved their relationships with others in school or class.