First of all, you really need great teammates. They must be consistent and easy to work with. Some common ground is necessary to blend well. Sometimes, it can even turn into a mutual admiration society towards the end of a project.
Most students have hectic and unpredictable schedules, so meeting is a tall order. I can only imagine what it would be like without email and texting! As a student, I was involved in quite a few group projects in online courses, and one in particular was the very best experience. Jamie was the supreme planner; Jonee was the consummate organizer; and Mark (me) was the encourager (for lack of a better word). We persevered, and put together what I think was a top-shelf product. Could we have done better? Could I have contributed more? Does the proverbial bear do his business in the woods? You know the answers!
In closing, it is possible to thoroughly enjoy a group project; the important part is to put together a solid team, determine the strengths of each, and use them as efficiently as possible. If there are any "weak links", the others must be willing to pick up the slack. So... collaborate and learn!
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