Understanding Teamwork and Collaboration

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What is the definition of a team?

A team is people working effectively together to achieve an agreed-upon goal.

What is the main learning outcome related to working in a team?

To identify effective ways to work in a team

What are the benefits of teamwork mentioned in the text?

Enhanced creative thinking, better problem-solving, smarter risk taking, boosted productivity, lower risk of burnout, personal & team growth, and greater results than individual efforts.

What is the difference between group work and teamwork?

Group work involves a collection of people completing a task, while teamwork is a special subset of groups with individuals having complementary skills working towards a common purpose. Signup and view all the answers

What are the effective characteristics of a high-performing team?

Not too big or small, competent members, clear goal, commitment to accomplishing the goal, and willingness to consider new ideas. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of teamwork according to the text?

Enhanced creative thinking, better problem-solving, smarter risk taking, boosted productivity, lower risk of burnout, personal & team growth, and greater results than individual efforts. Signup and view all the answers

What are the stages of team development according to Tuckman's model?

Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, Adjourning Signup and view all the answers

What are some dysfunctional team behaviors mentioned in the text?

Dominating every conversation, Withdrawing from the process, Acting verbally or physically aggressive, Naysaying/blocking every idea, Ignoring the task at hand/performing unrelated tasks Signup and view all the answers

What are the team performance barriers mentioned in the text?

Conformity, Diffusion of responsibility, Groupthink, Obedience to authority vs. empowered creativity, Lack of management support or resources Signup and view all the answers

What are some positive attitudes toward the team and its work that influence team effectiveness?

Acknowledging a shared goal, Taking turns speaking and listening, Accepting feedback on ideas, Following the agreed-upon process, Reflecting on effectiveness Signup and view all the answers

What happens in the 'Forming' stage of team development?

Team members meet and self-introduce, a team leader or facilitator is selected, rules are set, and project discussions begin. Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the 'Storming' stage of team development?

Conflicting ideas, competition for leadership, arguments related to accomplishing the project goal and measuring success Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of the 'Performing' stage of team development?

Productivity is high, each member contributes skill and knowledge, roles are understood, and trust is built. Signup and view all the answers

In the 'Norming' stage of team development, what do members reconcile?

Differences Signup and view all the answers

What happens in the 'Adjourning' stage of team development?

After goals are met, results are evaluated, and accomplishments are acknowledged, the team may be dismissed, assigned a new project, or see some members leave and new members join. Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized for effective teamwork in the text?

Competent, committed team members; collaborative work in an atmosphere of respect and trust; a clear goal; understanding how success will be measured; benefiting both team members and the organization Signup and view all the answers