Cooperative learning theory and the integration of business English reading.doc

Cooperative learning theory and the integration of business English reading Abstract Business English reading is different from general reading, which makes teachers in the teaching process encountered many problems. In order to improve business English reading teaching, this article on the use of cooperative learning theory to guide the teaching Business English Reading conducted a preliminary study. 【Key Words】 business English reading; cooperative learning theory; teaching methods 1, cooperative learning theory Cooperative learning is a teaching theory and strategies, which rise in the early 20th century, 70, and in the mid 70s to the mid-80s has made substantial progress. In China since the 20th century, early 90s, began teaching in the classroom to introduce cooperative learning theory teaching. The main representative of cooperative learning - Tel Aviv University, Dr. Sharon has done so defines cooperative learning: Cooperative learning is the organization and promotion of classroom teaching the general term for a number of ways. Among students in the learning process in co-operation of all the basic characteristics of these methods. In the classroom, student cooperation is achieved through group activities, the team usually consists of 3-5 members. There are five basic elements of cooperative learning: ① a positive interdependence. Students know that they must not only be responsible for their own learning, but also to provide them with other students where the learning group to provide support and assistance to achieve the common goal of the Panel. ② promotion of face to face interaction. Student to help each other and cooperate with and encourage each other to promote mutual learning. ③ personal accountability. The division of labor within the group should be fine, make sure that teachers and distributed to students tasks and roles correspond to. ④ team, interpersonal skills. We expect all students to be able to communicate effectively o