Developing Group Cohesion in the Language Classroom

May 15, 2009 by Anonymous

Most modern teaching methodologies are based around communicative classrooms. However, when students do not feel secure enough in their classroom group to communicate, learning is compromised. Conversely, when they do feel secure, learning is enhanced.
The key to making students feel secure in the language classroom is to develop the group's cohesion. When classroom cohesion can be developed, students become more motivated to interact, creating a positive group dynamic that increases the effectiveness of lessons. This interactive workshop will discuss the importance of cohesion and demonstrate a number of activities that can be used to develop it.