Cooperative learning is most effective when:

Cooperative learning is an instructional strategy where small groups of students work together to maximize their own and each other's learning. Its effectiveness is significantly enhanced when two specific conditions are met: positive interdependence and individual accountability. Positive interdependence means that group members rely on one another to achieve a common goal; they perceive that they can only succeed if the entire group succeeds, fostering a sense of shared responsibility and mutual support. Individual accountability ensures that each student is responsible for their own learning and contribution to the group's effort, preventing situations where some members might