In collaborative learning, which of the following strategies develops…

Concept

Collaborative-learning strategies structure participation in different ways. To identify the skill emphasized by a strategy, examine the roles assigned to learners: who speaks, who observes, who teaches, and who analyses.

Application

In a Fish Bowl activity, an inner circle discusses a topic while an outer circle observes the discussion; the groups may later exchange roles or debrief. The outer group must attend closely to the speakers, so the structure gives sustained practice in listening.

Contrast

• Fish Bowl separates discussion and observation roles between inner and outer circles.

• Circle of Voices gives each participant an uninterrupted speaking turn and asks later speakers to build on earlier contributions.

• Jigsaw assigns each learner one part of the material to master and teach to a home group, creating positive interdependence.

• Case Study asks learners to examine a bounded situation, weigh evidence, and propose an analysis or decision.

Result

Therefore, Fish Bowl is the collaborative-learning strategy most directly associated with developing listening skills.