Rust felt that groups did not understand the concept of brainstorming. Templeman says to initiate brainstorming she may say something outrageous. All selected groups differently. Some had their classes self-select the group membership while others appointed group membership. In doing group work need to remind students of the big picture and keep them grounded in something familiar.
Groups provide a good opportunity to link and use other disciplines.
The entire Teaching Circle conceded that we have forgotten what it is like to speak in front of a group as a college student. Students are concerned about what people think. We need to remember the purpose of the groups. Students should expect that group work is important. If students are engaged they learn better.