Does a collaborative learning approach work for everyone?

There’s a good reason why universities have spent the last few years dedicating precious resources and time to fostering a collaborative learning environment. Students who are encouraged to participate in discussions, work cooperatively in small-group settings, and actively engage with their peers are believed to gain not only the cognitive skills needed to survive in the professional workplace, but also the interpersonal ones needed to thrive. And for many, the approach seems to be working. But is it working for all students?