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Peer reviewedThomas, William B. – Journal of Negro Education, 1984
Postulates that the use of competition and directed cooperation to maintain orderly classrooms discriminates against those less able to compete. Suggests the use of group projects to foster cooperation and enhance student discipline and morale. (CJM)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Behavior Problems, Behavior Standards, Competition
Download full textMartini, Mary – 1994
This research describes an observation study of 100 children, ages 9-13 years, on the island of 'Ua Pou, Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia. The children were in a French government boarding school in the main valley of the island. Complex, sophisticated group processes among the Marquesan children were observed. The role structures of the group…
Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, Group Activities
