This study used an Action Research Method to
investigate ways to improve the thinking and
reasoning skills of grade eight science students in an
under-resourced school in Karachi. The students’ rote
learning patterns were challenged using the schema
provided by Blooms’ taxonomy of learning domains.
A cooperative learning environment was generated
with a renewed investment plan, a restructured lesson
plan and an intensive workshop with the group
leaders. These interventions were done with the help
of the preliminary data that was collected through
questionnaires. The outcomes of the action research
method showed a positive correlation between
cooperative learning approach and academic
achievement of the students.