The work of the group gives the group its direction. The focus of a study group is on the work of the group not on that of any individual member. All members are equal in status and in responsibility for the work and success of their study group. When we first share with teachers that the leadership of the study groups will be rotated, there is general fear. We are always amazed by such attitudes.
Many teachers genuinely fear leading a group of colleagues.
We think that is because this has not been an expectation and they have not routinely had the opportunity. How Individuals are Considered The most important role in study groups is that of individual member. It will be because each member participates and is willing to give his or her colleagues what they require to be successful. The success of WFGSs rest of the shoulders of each individual member. WFGSs are only as successful as each member feels success.