Group assignments & evaluation

Group assignments in distance learning can be challenging. You cannot meet physically, and students of diverse backgrounds, with different communication and work or lifestyles, might be involved.

Some tips:

• Agree on online meetings via video chat.
  Consider different time zones when scheduling meetings. Try to find a time that works for everyone.
• Divide the different tasks among the group members
• Agree on clear deadlines by which (sub)tasks must be completed. 
• Share documents via, e.g. Google Drive so that you can work on them at the same time
• Acknowledge and appreciate the diverse backgrounds of group members. This can lead to different perspectives and innovative ideas in your collaboration

• More tips on working together in online groups (infographic)
• Learn more about effective online group work (website + videos)
• Read the module on 'group assignments' for extra tools and tips (website)

Online exams… how to prepare and what to expect?

• Check these tips about taking online exams (website)
• Read our study tips on how to prepare for exams (website)