Jigsaw

Overview

Jigsaw is a cooperative learning method that allows participants to share the responsibility for each other’s learning. It encourages participants to develop their understanding of a specific aspect of a given topic and extend this understanding with others in small groups in rounds of reflection and discussion and with more pieces of information. These rounds support participants in acquiring a holistic view of the various aspects that impact the discussed issue. Participants start with a specific puzzle piece and jointly complete the puzzle.

Use this method to:

• Facilitate peer-to-peer learning and encourage participation.
• Perform critical analysis and comparative thinking.
• Examine complex systems in manageable pieces.
• Learn new theory and relate contexts.