This document provides a practical guide to cooperative learning. It outlines 5 major phases: 1) the teacher clarifies goals and provides an introduction; 2) teams are organized with defined roles; 3) the teacher facilitates team activities and learning of academic and social skills; 4) students are assessed throughout and via team presentations; 5) both group and individual efforts are recognized. Key aspects of each phase are described, such as mixing teams, using structures like jigsaw and think-pair-share, assessing cooperation and learning, and highlighting results.