GROUP WORK IN THE TEACHING OF ECOLOGY

Recent experience of using small group work in teaching ecological sub jects has identified factors for consideration when using these techni ques. The advantages of group work are discussed from an academic pers pective and several examples of its use in higher education are descri bed. Experience has shown that there are many areas of concern relatin g to the planning, management, and implementation of group work. Sever al potential problems of such work are examined together with their as sociated solutions. Positive recommendations are made for the smoother operation and management of group work for undergraduate teaching and learning.