Exploring PBL Group Formation Processes

Group formation is an essential practice in many Higher Education institutions where students work collaboratively in groups, solving different kinds of tasks and problems. The process of group formation is sometimes a more critical part of the collaborative work where processes of exclusion may be seen.

This booklet discusses and investigates various models for the process of forming student groups, specifically in relation to Problem-Based Learning in Higher Education settings. In the last part of the booklet, the authors provide various recommendations and questions for reflection for teachers and coordinators about the group formation process. Further, the authors suggests that it is a process where teachers and coordinators get involved.