As noted in the syllabus, all group members will receive the same grade, and I will evaluate the presentations on the basis of the accuracy, thoroughness, and creativity with which you address the topic. Here are some general suggestions for working in groups and making the presentation. Group work can be very exciting and fun, in that a good-functioning group can spark new ideas and creative thinking, can divide up a workload in a way that benefits everyone, and can produce a more interesting result than any individual could by herself. However, there are some potential difficulties, and these difficulties can become exacerbated by the fact that each individual student's grade depends on the work of the others. Meet early and often.
Problems tend to arise mostly when the group members are pressed for time at the end.
Think about choosing a leader who will direct the overall work. This person might delegate tasks, coordinate schedules, set deadlines, and in general oversee the project. However, in most groups someone will attempt to lead, whether or not that is made explicit. If a clear definition is made of who will lead and who will perform other roles, each group member can then concentrate on her piece of the work. Be careful of this strategy.