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University Level Collaborative Activities

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Why do university courses increasingly require collaborative working in groups or teams?

To reduce the workload on individual students

To enable students to learn from each other as active members of a learning community (correct)

To limit the diversity of viewpoints in academic discussions

To discourage group bonding and mutual support

What is one of the reasons for focusing on the achievements of individuals in academic study at university level?

To prevent students from working together

To ensure each person is awarded a qualification purely on the strength of their own work (correct)

To discourage diverse viewpoints in academic discussions

To limit the learning styles available to students

What is an example of collaborative working in university courses?

Individual presentations and solo tutorials

Peer support groups and group projects (correct)

Exclusion of diverse viewpoints and learning styles

Competitive assessments and independent research

Why is it important for students to have good interpersonal skills in preparation for life after their degree?

To be successful in research teams and employment Signup and view all the answers

What does collaborative working help to provide in recognition that students learn in different ways?

Varied teaching methods and social learning Signup and view all the answers

What is one important step in creating a supportive group atmosphere?

Addressing anxieties directly Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to establish ground rules for a study or project group?

To address anxieties raised by the group Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of writing down considerations under 'Advantages', 'Potential difficulties', and 'Ways we could deal with these difficulties' when working collaboratively?

To plan ahead and strategize for potential difficulties Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key factor in creating an effective group environment?

Clarifying the group's purpose and setting clear agendas Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to discuss how the group could turn anxieties into opportunities during the first session?

To help members bond and address concerns Signup and view all the answers

What is a key strategy for promoting collaborative skills in groupwork?

Rotating roles to develop a range of skills and experience Signup and view all the answers

How should potential 'saboteurs' be managed in a group setting?

By redirecting the group back to the task at hand Signup and view all the answers

What should be the focus when considering the next step a group can take towards achieving its purpose?

Thinking about potential solutions rather than dwelling on problems Signup and view all the answers