Design and validation of the cooperative learning application scale (CLAS)

Abstract

In this study, a scale was designed to measure the level of application of Cooperative Learning in Higher Education. The Cooperative Learning Application Scale (CLAS) comprises seven dimensions: Positive interdependence, interaction, social skills, group reflection, heterogeneity, assessment and tutoring. The sample consisted of a total of 1470 students from two Universities: the University of Deusto (Spain) and the Catholic University of Temuco (Chile). The results show that CLAS is a valid and reliable tool to gauge the level of application of this methodology in university classrooms.