Using cooperative activities in teaching reading at a secondary school in Thai Nguyen city

Abstract

This study explores the impact of cooperative learning activities on eighth-grade students’ engagement, comprehension, and enjoyment in reading lessons at Trung Vuong Lower Secondary School. Through a combination of classroom observations and student questionnaires, the research aims to determine how cooperative learning affects student interaction in a structured educational setting. Findings indicate that cooperative learning significantly increases student engagement and enjoyment. Most students reported enhanced comprehension and retention when participating in cooperative learning, highlighting its effectiveness in improving educational outcomes. The majority also expressed a strong preference for more cooperative activities, suggesting a positive reception to collaborative learning environments.