Microsoft Teams Breakout Rooms is a feature that allows the host (Teacher) of a Teams meeting to split the attendees (Students) into smaller groups. This allows for more focused and interactive discussions among smaller sub-groups within the larger meeting. The host can switch between rooms or return everyone to the main meeting. This feature can be useful for virtual classrooms, workshops, and team building activities.
When using Microsoft Teams Breakout Rooms for a meeting or class, there are several important points to consider in order to ensure a successful and productive experience:
- Preparation: Before the meeting, familiarize yourself with the Teams Breakout Rooms feature and make sure you understand how to create, manage, and return from rooms
- Room setup: Plan how you will divide participants into rooms, taking into consideration the purpose and objectives of the meeting or class. You can create rooms manually or automatically
- Agenda: Clearly define the agenda for each room and make sure each group has a clear understanding of their objectives and the time allocated for their discussion
- Group size: Consider the size of each group and make sure it is appropriate for the task at hand. Too few participants may result in limited discussion and collaboration, while too many participants may make it difficult for everyone to participate.