Many libraries have study rooms that allow talking and large groups. These rooms usually require a reservation, so check with your library beforehand.
You may want to consider meeting more than once. If possible, plan to meet at least once a week.
For example, you could plan to work for 2 hours and then take a 1 hour break to watch something on Netflix or to play a video game.
Are you preparing for a particular exam, or trying to work through the basic concepts of a course? Do you want to use this group to outline each chapter, or are you trying to complete a specific group project?
Look into testing resources like Kahoot! and Quizlet. These can help to provide you with incentives and make learning more fun.
Try starting off with a review of what you learned that week, and what you’d like to accomplish during this session. Then, one group member should present a chapter (or lesson) they prepared. After this, take a break. You could all bring a snack to share. Then, shift into “question and answer,” where you each present your questions to the group. Finally, wrap up by summarizing what you’ve covered that day. (If you will be meeting again, you can use this time to assign duties and assignments for next time. )
