How Subgroups in Huddled foster peer-to-peer learning and give back your teaching time

How Subgroups in Huddled foster peer-to-peer learning and give back your teaching time

How Subgroups in Huddled foster peer-to-peer learning and give back your teaching time

As an educator, you know how valuable peer-to-peer learning can be. When students collaborate, they engage more deeply, think critically, and develop essential communication skills. But let’s be honest, getting students to work together effectively isn’t always easy, especially in large classes or hybrid learning environments.

That’s where Huddled’s Subgroups come in. This feature makes it easier than ever to facilitate peer-to-peer learning, helping students connect, collaborate, and take ownership of their learning. Let’s break down why Subgroups are a game-changer for your classroom.

Why peer-to-peer learning matters

Students learn best when they’re actively involved, and nothing gets them more engaged than working with their peers. Whether it’s discussing concepts, solving problems, or working on projects together, peer learning builds confidence and reinforces understanding.

But coordinating group work can be a challenge. How do you make sure students are engaging meaningfully? How do you keep discussions focused without constantly stepping in? Huddled’s Subgroups provide the structure students need while giving you the flexibility to guide them when needed.

How Subgroups make your life easier

1. Effortless Group Formation

Forget the hassle of manually sorting students into groups. With Subgroups, you can quickly create teams for assignments, discussions, or projects. Need to mix things up halfway through? No problem—adjusting groups is simple.

2. Better Collaboration, Less Chaos

Instead of messy email threads or scattered chat apps, students get a dedicated space to collaborate. They can share files, brainstorm ideas, and discuss topics—all within a structured yet flexible environment.

3. Cross-Course and Cross-Campus Learning

Subgroups aren’t just for your class. You can connect students across different courses, departments, or even institutions. Imagine business students collaborating with IT students on a startup idea, or engineering students working with design students on a real-world project. The possibilities are endless.

4. Student-Led Learning

Students thrive when they take ownership of their learning. With Subgroups, they can form their own study groups, mentor each other, and keep discussions going outside of class. This shifts the dynamic from passive learning to active engagement.

5. Less Admin Work for You

Managing peer discussions can be time-consuming, but Subgroups take a lot of the admin burden off your plate. Everything is in one place, making it easy to track participation and ensure discussions stay on track without micromanaging.


How other educators are using Subgroups

Educators across different institutions are already seeing the impact of Subgroups:

  • A university lecturer in optometry studies used Subgroups to streamline research collaboration. With over 30 research groups, each consisting of three to four students and a dedicated supervisor, managing progress and communication was a challenge. Huddled made it seamless, keeping students and supervisors aligned throughout their research.
  • An instructor at an online learning provider relies on Huddled Subgroups to facilitate collaboration, participation, and student queries in a digital space where no one meets in person. Managing engagement in an online learning environment is tough, but Subgroups provide a structured way to keep students connected and involved.
  • A program director sets up weekly Subgroups to organise communication on a structured, week-by-week basis. This ensures that students stay in sync with course objectives, deadlines, and ongoing discussions without overwhelming them with scattered messages.

As an educator, you’re always looking for ways to improve student engagement and collaboration. Huddled’s Subgroups make it easier to bring peer-to-peer learning into your classroom without the usual headaches of managing group work.

If you’re ready to see how Subgroups can make a difference in your classroom, check out www.huddled.net or sign up below!