Working in groups | Principles of assessment for learning

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Tips and strategies to make group work an effective part of lessons as well as a way of actively involving students in their learning. 

Group work is a valuable tool in the classroom. Students often communicate better with other students than with teachers, while sharing, defending and challenging ideas helps students reflect on their learning. By practising speaking, listening and working together, students also develop key life skills.

Find out more about how to use this teaching technique effectively in your lessons.

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