From The Clinical Teacher June 2005 issue
An animated group discussion can stimulate thinking, promote deep engagement with subject matter, overcome misunderstandings and motivate learning. This is possible, in part, because learners in effective small groups are actively involved in the process of learning: articulating what they know, wrestling with the limits of their understanding, and engaging with others while seeking solutions to a problem. Small groups give learners the opportunity to share experiences and observations, ask questions, get feedback, and learn from their peers. Their active role in the learning process allows them to take more responsibility for their own learning. Because learners work together, group discussions can also foster collaborative and interactive skills, which is good preparation for future team work.
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