Exploring the Organization of Consecutive Group-Work Activities in English Lessons: A Case Study at a Public University

Group work is considered a practical pedagogical method applied at all educational levels, especially in fostering students' collaboration, learner autonomy, and engagement in language learning. However, how to implement group work activities efficiently depends on various factors, among which the teacher’s role is centered as a designer, organizer, and facilitator. This study presents a groupwork application in classroom management technique, in which students are grouped once and remain in fixed groups for all English course activities throughout the semester. The method has been implemented on multiple occasions with consistently positive outcomes. A qualitative study was later conducted through interviews with nine students and two teachers following the application of this technique during a semester-long English course. The findings indicate that fixed group structures fostered the students’ engagement, responsibility, and teamwork skills. Based on the results, the study offers practical recommendations for organizing and sustaining effective group work in English language classrooms to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.