CSE440 Lecture 08: Task Analysis Team Contract
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What is the main difference between teams and working groups?

  • Teams produce discrete work-products through joint contributions of members.
  • Working groups are more than the sum of their parts.
  • Working groups rely on more than group discussion and debate.
  • Teams require both individual and mutual accountability. (correct)
  • Why is it important for team members to communicate their 'aways' to the team?

  • To manage their commitments effectively. (correct)
  • To fulfill the 10% participation element of their grade.
  • To ensure individual contributions are recognized.
  • To establish a social contract within the team.
  • What is a key requirement for teams, regardless of the presence of a 'boss'?

  • To rely on group discussion and debate.
  • To hold themselves accountable. (correct)
  • To share information and best practices.
  • To produce individual best practice performance standards.
  • How do teams differ from working groups in terms of work-product production?

    <p>Teams produce discrete work-products through joint contributions of members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is a strict requirement for teams, leading to performance levels greater than the sum of individual bests?

    <p>Individual and mutual accountability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do teams establish a social contract related to their purpose?

    <p>To obligate how they must work together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of establishing a common purpose in a team?

    <p>To maintain focus and achieve specific performance goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of team development is characterized by conflict but also increases trust and communication?

    <p>Norming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of developing a team contract?

    <p>To avoid dysfunctional teams and poor quality of work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does task analysis focus on?

    <p>Accomplishing specific tasks and finding effective ways to support them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of skills are essential for team success?

    <p>Interpersonal skills and technical/functional expertise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus during the performing stage of team development?

    <p>Achieving specific performance goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can result from an individualistic motive within a team?

    <p>Conflict and poor quality of work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a team contract help in collaborative efforts?

    <p>By focusing team members on a definite task and ensuring agreement on the quality of work to be achieved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be achieved during the norming stage of team development?

    <p>Formulating roles and standards, increasing trust and communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of focusing on how people accomplish specific tasks in task analysis?

    <p>Helping identify effective ways of accomplishing a task</p> Signup and view all the answers

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