Collaborative learning: a pedagogical tool of learning in teacher education Dutta Neeti1,*, Dutta Indrajeet2 1Ideal Institute of Management and Technology, GGSIP University, New Delhi 2Lingay's Lalita Dei Institute of Management & Science, GGSIP University, New Delhi *Email:indraneet@gmail.com
Abstract In India, teaching at any level has been primarily done by conventional methods. Collaborative approach needs a smooth but sustainable transformation. However, this transformation must occur taking our society, culture and economy into consideration. Collaborative learning approach can be the pathway of success towards that direction. Collaborative learning means the comprehensive instructional approach for providing socialized, constructivist and sustainable learning experiences through the meaningful integration of various learning techniques. This approach will be able to make learning process more efficient, easy, socialized, well-organized and professional. Through this approach, the dream of socially relevant, quality assured, learner centered education for the new school requirements of the country can be turned into a reality. This paper explores the challenges of using Collaborative Learning Approach in India to provide it with a trained and skilled teacher workforce. Top Keywords Collaborative learning, Teacher Education, Teaching, Learning. Top |