Group work often sounds like a good idea in theory, but how can you make it work for you? In this session, participants will explore different ways group work benefits student learning and can increase student independence. We will discuss ways to overcome challenges to successful group activities and you will also have the opportunity to develop a group activity appropriate for your own class. STAR is a group for all first- and second-year TAs at Ohio State to socialize with, learn from, encourage, and grow alongside each other. At each of our monthly meetings, we provide refreshments for you to enjoy. We also offer some structured activities or discussions based on topics suggested by other beginning TAs to help you in your teaching role. Finally, the group provides an opportunity for participants to casually chat with one another and ask teaching-related questions to fellow TAs and to the graduate consultant facilitators. Please RSVP here and at the event website: http://ucat.osu.edu/events/star-september-breakfast-group-work/ After attending email Erica Szeyller (.1) to confirm your attendance.