Both "Jigsaw" and "Jigsaw Plus" are...Reproducible blackline reading and activity masters for language skills development in cooperative classrooms
designed for adolescent and adult learners
based on the principles of cooperative learning, on current theory in language learning and instruction and on current methodology in reading instruction
cross-curricular in scope and purpose
rich in contemporary content
developed by practicing teachers
thoroughly field-tested in trial editions
innovative, yet highly practical
"Jigsaw" and "Jigsaw Plus" reading and activity materials are created from the students' world experience and designed for interactive learning. Working together in small, cooperative groups on problem-solving tasks, students rapidly and enjoyably develop language proficiency and group-learning skills.
Designed for adolescent and adult learners in multilevel classes who need to develop their reading and discussion skills for application across the curriculum, cooperative skills sheets offer students a wealth of opportunities to develop both specific reading skills and effective learning strategies for group work which can then be applied to academic tasks.
While they fit easily and comfortably into English, Reading or ESL classrooms, other areas of the curriculum are also supported, for example Social Studies, Environmental Studies, Life Skills, Values Education or Work Preparation classes.
Both sets of blackline masters are based on the cooperative learning approach to small group learning. The "Jigsaw" classroom's unique structure ensures that every student contributes to and participates in all group activities.
JIGSAW
"JIGSAW PLUS"
Based on the same successful design as "Jigsaw" and also intended for adolescent and adult students, "Jigsaw Plus" is written at a slightly higher level of reading difficulty. Each unit has fully reproducible blackline individual and group activities, as well as exercises for cooperative skills development, student evaluation and full teacher support materials.
About the Author: Elizabeth Coelho has had a long and distinguished career focused on English language learners, immigrant education, and effective instruction in linguistically and culturally diverse schools. A former district coordinator for English as a Second Language in the Toronto District School Board, Elizabeth has also worked on policy and resource development related to English language learners for the Ontario Ministry of Education, as well as with educators in school districts and universities across North America. Elizabeth also taught at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto, helping to prepare new teachers for the multilingual and multicultural reality of today's schools. A popular presenter at national and international conferences, Elizabeth has recently been working with educators in Spain, where immigration is having a strong impact on schools. The author of several professional articles and resource books for teachers, including "Adding English, Learning Together in the Multicultural Classroom" and "Teaching and Learning in Multicultural Schools: An Integrated Approach, " Elizabeth has also written the popular "Jigsaw" and "Jigsaw Plus."
