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Importing Groups

In this article, we will walk through how you can import groups directly into a Breakout assignment using a CSV file. This allows you to automatically create groups and assign participants to groups.

 

Note: The Import Groups (CSV) option will appear if: No group has started the assignment yet. Once any group begins the session, this option will no longer be available. Participants must already exist in the class to be assigned. If a participant is not found, they will be skipped. You can re-upload a CSV to update groups (if no group has already started the assignment).

Supported CSV Formats:

Option 1: Canvas Export

  • Download directly from Canvas
  • Instructions are provided in the modal

Option 2: D2L Brightspace Export

  • Download directly from D2L
  • Instructions are provided in the modal

Option 3: Custom CSV

You can also upload a simple CSV with:

  • group_name
  • email

Each row should map a student to a group.

Step 1: Navigate to Your Course

  • Open your desired assignment
  • Click on the groups tab
  • Open the menu (⋯)
  • Click Import Groups (CSV)

Step 2: Upload your CSV File

  • You can drag and drop or click to browse

Step 3: Review Detected Groups

Step 4: Click Import Groups

Step 5: After Upload

  • Groups are created based on group name
  • Participants are assigned based on email match
  • You’ll see a summary including:
    • Groups created
    • Participants assigned
    • Any skipped participants (email not found)

To assign the same grouping to all assignments, go to the Module Grouping page. Once all participants have been grouped, a yellow confirmation bar will appear indicating that these same groups will automatically be applied to future assignments.

Troubleshooting Tips

  • Make sure emails in the CSV match Participant emails exactly
  • Ensure no groups have started the assignment already
  • Use the provided Canvas/D2L guides for correct export format