Your Random Group Assignments
Enter names and click "Assign Groups" to see your random group assignments here.
Auto-Optimize automatically determines the ideal number of groups based on participant count.
How to Use Group Assigner
- Enter Names: Type or paste all participant names in the text box (one name per line)
- Choose Groups: Select "Auto-Optimize" (recommended) or choose a specific number of groups
- Generate Groups: Click "Assign Groups" to create balanced random groups
- View Results: See your groups displayed with random team names
- Optional Features: Use "Shuffle" to reassign groups or "Focus Mode" for presentations
Your names and group preferences will be saved for your next visit. All data stays in your browser.
About Group Assigner
Group Assigner is a free, easy-to-use random team generator that helps teachers, team leaders, coaches, event organizers, and anyone else quickly create perfectly balanced groups with just a few clicks. Our smart algorithm ensures fair distribution of participants across all teams.
Used By:
- Teachers: Create balanced student groups for classroom activities, projects, or discussions with equal distribution of participants
- Team Leaders: Mix team members for brainstorming sessions, collaborative projects, or team-building exercises with optimal group sizes
- Coaches: Form balanced practice squads, scrimmage teams, or training groups with evenly matched player distribution
- Event Organizers: Split attendees into balanced breakout groups for conferences, workshops, or networking events
- Game Nights: Create fair teams for party games, competitions, or recreational activities with even player distribution
- Workshop Facilitators: Organize participants into diverse discussion groups, learning pods, or activity teams
- Camp Counselors: Divide campers into balanced activity groups, teams, or cabin assignments
Our auto-optimize technology automatically calculates the ideal number of groups based on your participant count, ensuring the most balanced distribution possible for any situation.
Group Assignment Best Practices
Optimal Group Sizes
Research shows that the most effective group size varies by activity type:
- Learning Teams: 3-5 members (promotes equal participation)
- Brainstorming: 5-7 members (maximizes idea diversity)
- Project Work: 4-6 members (balances efficiency and skill distribution)
- Discussion Groups: 6-8 members (encourages dynamic conversation)
Our Auto-Optimize feature uses these principles to suggest ideal group counts!
Success Stories
"As a high school science teacher, I used to spend hours trying to create balanced lab groups that wouldn't lead to the same students always working together. Group Assigner has saved me countless hours while creating fair, randomized groups that help students collaborate with different classmates throughout the semester."
"Our company uses Group Assigner for monthly innovation workshops. The random grouping ensures team members collaborate with colleagues they might not interact with regularly, bringing fresh perspectives to our projects."
Quick Grouping Techniques
- Copy & Paste from Spreadsheets - Already have names in Excel or Google Sheets? Just select, copy, and paste directly into the names box.
- Save Common Groups - Create a text file with your regular participants to quickly copy into Group Assigner when needed.
- Focus Mode for Presentations - Use our Focus Mode when displaying groups on a projector or shared screen during class or meetings.
Group Dynamics: Research & Tips
The Science of Effective Group Sizes
Group size significantly impacts collaboration effectiveness. Research from Harvard University suggests that the ideal size for problem-solving teams is 4-6 members - large enough for diverse perspectives but small enough for efficient coordination.
When groups exceed seven members, participation inequality increases dramatically, with more reserved members speaking 50% less than in smaller groups. Conversely, when groups have fewer than three members, the diversity of ideas and perspectives can be too limited for complex problems.
Our Auto-Optimize feature incorporates these research findings to suggest optimal group counts based on your specific participant numbers.
5 Activities That Work Better in Small vs. Large Groups
Different educational activities benefit from different group configurations. Here's what research and classroom experience tell us:
Best for Small Groups (2-4 members):
- Peer review activities - More thorough feedback and greater accountability
- Reading comprehension discussions - Higher participation rates, deeper analysis
- Initial brainstorming - Less inhibition, more ideas per person
Best for Medium/Large Groups (5-8 members):
- Complex problem-solving - More diverse perspectives and knowledge bases
- Role-playing scenarios - More realistic scenarios with multiple stakeholders
- Debate preparation - Greater division of research responsibilities