Method of learning about group award (7)
I believe the answer is:
rosette
'award' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
'method of learning about group' is the wordplay.
'method of learning' becomes 'rote'.
'about' indicates putting letters inside.
'group' becomes 'set' (set is a kind of group).
'rote' enclosing 'set' is 'ROSETTE'.
(Other definitions for rosette that I've seen before include "Type of award" , "Equestrian prize" , "Flower-like badge" , "Decoration made of ribbons" , "Ribbon badge for prize-winner" .)