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► 8 Tips for Designing Effective and Accessible Group Work
The Role of Collaboration in Learning
Collaborative learning and group work are approaches in which students engage with one another to explore ideas, solve problems, or create products together. When designed with care and accessibility in mind, they are central strategies of active learning. Beyond helping students deepen their understanding of course content, these approaches foster teamwork and communication—skills that are essential in both academic and professional settings.
Benefits of Collaborative Learning
- Deepens understanding of complex topics through peer-to-peer explanation
- Provides access to diverse perspectives and ways of thinking
- Strengthens retention and sense of ownership over new knowledge
- Builds a culture of interdependence rather than competition, supporting collective learning
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8 Tips for Designing Effective and Accessible Group Work
Additional Resources
Carnegie Mellon Eberly Center’s Guide to Using Group Projects Effectively