Collaborative Learning as a Better Alternative for Lecture Method: An Experimental Study

Collaborative learning can be defined as an educational approach used in learning and teaching for working together in an intellectual activity searching for answers, understanding, solutions, or meanings, or creating anything new. The paper focuses on differentiating students' performance in collaborative learning and its impact with the lecture method of teaching. The paper is outcome of empirical study conducted with II M.A. English Integrated students (UG Level) in Annamalai Univeristy, Cuddalore District.Keywords: Collaborative learning, lecturing, work together, language learning.