[1] It is also expected to develop personal generic attributes such as communication, team-working, presentation, and debating skills.
In important part of this process is planning purposeful questions and getting students to talk to each other and within the class.
[7] Facilitatory skills are important and require the teacher to ensure that both the task is achieved and the group functioning is maintained.
[7] Small group learning allows students to develop problem-solving, interpersonal, presentational and communication skills, all beneficial to life outside the classroom.
According to Francine Armenth-Brothers in her article, "How to Make Small-Group Learning Work," one thing to keep in mind when implementing this practice is to not start without directions that would help alleviate confusion in a group.
Also, the instructor should choose the members in a group, keeping learning levels and student diversity in mind when doing so.
[15] Group learning is also seen now are a necessary life and employment skill that needs to be developed throughout a students career, and can help with making friends, motivation and improved performance through division of labour.