<p>Student groups can be tricky.&#160; In theory, assigning random groups should result in a mix of strengths and weaknesses that will balance out.&#160; Like a good basketball or baseball team, students will gravitate toward different roles that either play to their expertise or they'll attempt to fill some aspect that's lacking.&#160; Careful monitoring is necessary to determine when a certain mix doesn't have the necessary chemistry.&#160; They may need some help in finding their niches or be prompted with some guiding questions or first steps.</p>