What's new

The authors identified differences in social and task cohesion structures in groups with diverse populations. Their findings suggest that the ability for students to feel comfortable talking with each other is critical in developing social cohesion, and that teaching students 'meta-skills' such as leadership is important.

Why it matters in Aotearoa

Points to what instructors can focus on to build group cohesion.

Putting it into practice

Create early opportunities for students to talk comfortably with each other and teach leadership meta-skills.

How strong is the evidence

Peer-reviewed social network analysis of NOLS courses

What to read

The full article

Who it's for