Groups can also be used to synthesize the presented material. In all cases it is advisable to provide a list of topics to be discussed so students stay on task. Walk around the room, talk with the groups and offer encouragement and direction. Place a report of group responses on the Web. Get a volunteer from the class to compile the responses and provide them to you on disk or as an e-mail attachment.
Volunteers generally come forward for extra quiz points or other incentives.
Allowing and encouraging students to express what they think about the topic encourages interaction and respect and stimulates thinking in ways appropriate to your discipline.