Discussion Thread: Cooperative Learning Group assignments are hotly contested at the post-secondary level, especially in an online environment. Some faculty members promote group assignments, while other faculty members discourage the use of group assignments. Perhaps you have had to encounter group assignments in your degree program. There is no doubt that cooperative learning assignments are beneficial; however, there are some drawbacks to assigning group work. In your current role as an online student, what are the positives and negatives for participating in group assignments?