Implementing Team‐Based Learning in an Introduction to Law Course

Appearing under a variety of names, including most prominently collaborative learning and cooperative learning, it is in essence “the instructional use of small groups so that students work together to maximize their own and each other’s learning.” 2 Research shows that, compared to traditional competitive or individualistic learning environments, benefits of small group learning include higher student achievement, 3 greater use of higher level reasoning and critical thinking skills, 4 more positive attitudes toward the subject matter and satisfaction with the class, 5 and better interpersonal relationships among students and between students and instructor. 6