What is group work?

Group work is a collaborative effort between two or more people working together toward a common goal. Group work is often done in class settings where students work together to solve problems, complete projects, write papers, and create presentations. In some cases, group work may be done outside of school in extracurricular activities like sports teams, clubs, and volunteer organizations.

Why do we need groups?

Groups help us learn how to communicate effectively, collaborate, problem-solve, and work together towards a common goal. These skills are useful in any situation, whether at home, in school, or in our careers.

How do I get started teaching my students about group work?

1. The first step is to think about what kind of group work you want to teach your students. Do you want them to work in groups to complete a project, write a paper, or even just have fun playing games together?
2. Once you know what type of group work you would like to teach your students, here are some tips to get you started:
3. Make sure you have enough time to plan out your lessons. You don’t want to spend hours planning each lesson only to find out that you didn’t have enough time to cover everything.
4. Give your students plenty of time to practice their teamwork skills before they start working on real assignments.
5. If you’re going to use a worksheet or handout, make sure to give your students ample time to read and understand it.
6. When assigning tasks, be specific. Tell your students exactly what they should do and how long they should take.

How do I teach my students to work in groups?

There are many different ways to teach your students to work in groups. Here are some examples:

• Have your students work in pairs to complete a task or assignment.
• Have your students pair off to discuss a topic or answer questions.

 Bonus Tips to share with your Students

Working in groups can be difficult if you don’t know what you’re doing. Here are 4 tips on how to get the most out of group projects:

1. Talk with your groupmates ahead of time and figure out what each person’s strengths are. Then, divide up the work accordingly so that everyone is doing something they’re good at.
2. Make sure everyone understands their responsibilities before starting the project. This will ensure no misunderstandings later on down the road when it’s crunch time and we need to get this thing done ASAP.
3. Don’t be afraid to ask questions if something doesn’t make sense; no one expects you to know everything right away! It’s better to ask for help than to struggle through something alone because you’re too embarrassed or afraid to admit that you don’t understand it fully yet.
4. Remember that teamwork is about working together toward a common goal. We’re not in competition with other groups here; let’s all just try our best and have fun while we’re at it!