Question

After reading a poem, a teacher involves the learners in group work. One group writes the theme of the poem, another draws a picture to depict the main character and yet another write the summary of the poem. This activity

1. is aimed at learners to prepare for assessment 
2. will distract the learners 
3. it is a sheer waste of time
4. caters to diverse abilities and interests of the learners

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : caters to diverse abilities and interests of the learners

A group is a collection of individuals who work together so as to contribute towards a common aim or goal under the direction of a leader. Group work is one of the effective methods of teaching.

Group work serves as an important tool to make learning meaningful by working together. In groups, students work collaboratively and involve in active learning. It provides an opportunity for the students to work together in an efficient way. 

• The above-mentioned activity caters to diverse abilities and interests of the learners as group work:
  • promotes peer learning and improves social interaction.
  • allows the collaboration and cooperation of maximum children.
  • enables students to present, share, and analyze their understanding.
  • makes students able to identify their weaknesses and strength by working collaboratively.
  • gives learners a chance to do something of their own interest and with their unique abilities. 
• Here, the teacher is involving the learners in group work by giving specific work to all the learners, hence catering to the diverse abilities and interests of the learners.

Thus, it is concluded that the above-mentioned activity caters to diverse abilities and interests of the learners.