Supporting student collaboration in online breakout rooms through interactive group activities
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.29311/ndtps.v0i17.3946Keywords:
Blended learning, Online learning, Active learning, Peer learning, Group workAbstract
Many instructors globally reported a lack of engagement in synchronous online sessions during the Covid-19 lockdowns. This article outlines the use of collaborative small group tasks mediated via breakout rooms in Teams during the 2020/21 academic year. The rationale for the activities, which are available for download, is described along with details of the evaluation of their impact. Key findings were that a majority of students reported enjoying the tasks and felt that they improved their learning during online sessions.References
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