The Impact of Group Work Forms on the Development of Social Competence: Theoretical and Practical Analysis
Keywords:
social competency, group work, collaborative learning, communicative skills, empathy, intercultural communication, conflict resolution, socialemotional learning (SEL), formative assessment.Abstract
This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the role and impact of group work formats in shaping students' social competencies. The structure of social competencies (communicative, collaboration, empathetic, and intercultural skills) is outlined, and the mechanisms of influence of various group work formats (Jigsaw, STAD, group projects, debates, role-playing games) on the development of each competency are scientifically substantiated. The article also examines the criteria for assessing social competencies, the teacher’s role, and practical recommendations.
Published
2026-10-01
