How to use jigsaw
1. Introduce the strategy and the topic to be studied.
2. Assign each student to a "home group" of 3-5
students who reflect a range of reading abilities.
3. Determine a set of reading selections and assign one
selection to each student.
4. Create "expert groups" that consist of students across
"home groups" who will read the same selection.
5. Give all students a framework for managing their time
on the various parts of the jigsaw task.
6. Provide key questions to help the "expert groups"
gather information in their particular area.
7. Provide materials and resources necessary for all
students to learn about their topics and become
"experts."
8. Discuss the rules for reconvening into "home groups"
and provide guidelines as each "expert" reports the
information learned.
9. Prepare a summary chart or graphic organizer for
each "home group" as a guide for organizing the experts'
information report.
10. Remind students that "home group" members are
responsible to learn all content from one ano