Cooperative Learning in English Classes with a Focus on Speaking

Abstract

This bachelor thesis is focused on more modern approach to English language teaching, which is cooperative learning with a focus on the development of speaking skills in primary school English language classes. The theoretical part discusses cooperative learning, its signs and principles, and the importance of using cooperative learning in English language classes. In the last part, the topic of contemporary teaching English language speaking skills is discussed, which is then linked to the principles and benefits of using cooperative learning. The practical part focuses on evaluation of observed activities, with the help of created observation sheet and criteria checklist, to find out whether and how cooperative learning occurs among the students in English language classes when teaching speaking skills.