Facilitating+Social+Interaction

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 * Facilitating social interaction
 * How and why does working together help learning?
 * How can groups be structured for effectiveness?
 * What techniques are effective for large classes?
 * Think-pair-share
 * Peer instruction
 * Use of ‘clickers’

DT: There is a methodology called Extreme Programming (XP) that relies on pair programming. It seems somewhat counterintuitive at first, but a pair can be more effective than 2 individuals.

DT: For CS class, some evidence suggest groups by similar ability.