Cooperative Learning is a formal instructional approach in which students work together in small teams to accomplish a common learning goal. Cooperative learning is fundamentally different than simply asking students to work together to complete a task. The first difference is that, in cooperative learning, students are working in teams, not groups. (Katzenbach & Smith, 1993).

Assessment for Learning
In addition to information about cooperative and collaborative learning, this site, from the University of Hong Kong, provides information and resources on problem-based learning, on-line learning and assessment.

Collaborative Learning
This site, from the University of Delaware, provides several links on collaborative and cooperative learning, including two by Dr. Barbara Millis.

Working in Groups
This short guide, written by Ellen Sarkisian from the Harvard School of Public Health, provides practical tips for faculty and students who are working in groups.