Creating fair and balanced groups in the classroom can be time-consuming — especially when you’re trying to avoid repetition, manage different skill levels, or just make sure things stay fresh and fun. That’s where this Student Group Randomizer comes in. Whether you’re a teacher running collaborative projects, a tutor organizing peer discussions, or a trainer working with learning cohorts, this free tool helps you quickly divide your students into randomized groups with zero bias and no hassle.
Simply enter a list of student names, select how many groups you’d like to create, and click one button. Instantly, your students are split into teams that are completely randomized. It’s perfect for group work, breakout room assignments, language partner matching, and more. No sign-up, no downloads — just a fast, flexible way to manage group dynamics and keep your classroom flowing smoothly.
Enter the list of people or things that you want to separate up in the box below with one item per line. Set the number of groups to create
Using randomized student groups is a great way to foster collaboration, encourage inclusivity, and keep things dynamic. Here are a few ways teachers and educators are using this tool:
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Collaborative Projects: Quickly split your class into small teams for science experiments, research presentations, or group essays.
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Class Discussions: Use it to form temporary groups for literature circles, think-pair-share activities, or Socratic seminars.
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Peer Review Sessions: Pair students in new combinations each time to give them diverse feedback perspectives.
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Remote Learning: Great for organizing breakout rooms in Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams sessions.