Boosting Engagement Through Cooperative Whiteboard Work
Help me give my students a space for cooperative and collaborative learning and increase engagement!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Cradic's classroom raised $624
This project is fully funded
My Project
My students are eager learners who thrive in an engaging, hands-on classroom. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring incredible energy and creativity to everything they do. Despite challenges, they are determined to succeed and embrace new ways of learning with enthusiasm. They’re special because of their resilience, curiosity, and willingness to collaborate and help each other grow.
I’m requesting stand-up whiteboards to transform my classroom into a dynamic learning environment that fosters engagement and cooperative learning.
These whiteboards will allow students to work in groups, brainstorm ideas, solve problems, and share their thinking in real-time. By standing up and collaborating at the boards, students will move beyond passive learning to actively engage with the material and with each other.
The portability of these whiteboards will make it easy to rearrange the classroom for different activities—whether it’s small group problem-solving, peer teaching, or class-wide brainstorming sessions. These tools will encourage students to take ownership of their learning, communicate effectively, and build teamwork skills that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.
Stand-up whiteboards will significantly enhance student engagement and cooperative learning. Research shows that students are more engaged when they are actively involved, and these boards will make lessons more interactive and fun. Students will be able to visually organize their ideas, collaborate with peers, and receive immediate feedback. This hands-on approach caters to different learning styles and promotes a deeper understanding of the material.
Goals for This Project:
-Increase student engagement by creating opportunities for active participation in lessons.
-Foster cooperative learning by encouraging students to work together, share ideas, and solve problems.
-Enhance critical thinking and creativity by providing a space for brainstorming and visual learning.
-Build confidence as students take ownership of their learning and present their ideas.
More than a third of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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