Math Lessons with Two Parts and a Combination

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This is fairly open ended, so I understand if people consider this to be off-topic.

I'm interested in creating math lessons where two groups each learn how to use a different simple math skill, and then the groups are combined and challenged with problem types that require both skills.

Here's a simple example:

Group A would learn the definition of factorial and run some easy factorial problems.

Group B would learn that if you have certain fractions (like $\frac{8 \cdot 15}{5}$) it's easier to cancel first and then multiply.

Combined Groups form with a mix of people from both groups A and B. They are given problems like evaluating $\frac{10!}{8!}$ where having both skills makes running the problem pretty easy.

Is there a specific name for this sort of collaborative learning? What are some fun/interesting problems to run in this way?