I have to be honest in this blog because I feel that my blog is a spot where I, as a graduate student, can be open about my thoughts or feelings, with that said, this blog response seems to be slightly delayed. Taking into account that we have now done Team Charters in MSLD 630/631/632/634, I feel like these types of questions are things I have been through so much times already; maybe that is a good thing?
What behaviors seemed to help your team successfully complete its task?
I feel as though it wasn’t necessarily behaviors that helped complete this charter successfully it was instead a combination of behavioral traits and the fact that many of those in my group were already conditioned to these types of assignments from previous courses. Speaking strictly to the behavioral traits, I believe we all embody the following: considerate of the group/the assignments, assertive, ambitious, and we are creative. All of these traits together helped us to equally divide the workload and complete the tasks quickly and efficiently. In addition, we have all worked together either in another group or other courses so we knew that we had similar desires to get assignments completed ahead of time.
What factors inhibited decision-making or problem-solving?
As a group I don’t believe we had factors inhibiting us from making decisions or solving problems. The only potential factors that could arise is the fact that we are 95% reliant on an online learning environment to communicate and complete our group activities which, although is mainly a reliable source, can have technical issues which would be out of our full control.
How much time was spent on decision-making and problem-solving?
I don’t believe any of my group members had to spend any time on decision-making and problem-solving. For this assignment we got into the group, defined our roles, and filled in the charter quickly and accurately.
How was information shared among team members?
In this group all of our communications were shared through the Blackboard online learning environment and a few emails. Technology was a critical component in the way we communicated but we all have each other’s contact information so if the learning management system was down, we would still have means to connect with one another.
How did issues of authority or power affect the team?
We had no issues of authority or power. Each team member had the same idea that someone would naturally step up, take the first assignment, and then each person going forward would do the same. I am very lucky to have true efficient leaders in my group and we don’t fight for authority or power but instead work together equally to have a cohesive and effect group/team experience.
How did collaboration and competition influence the outcome?
We are all great collaborators and enjoy helping each other. There were some editing issues but we resolved those situations very quickly and I don’t believe that anyone felt like there was competition for this assignment nor do I think anyone will feel that way going forward.
Did team members make process interventions?
I think the team did make process interventions and there for shows that we are in an effective group and we work well in team building environments.
I am blessed to say I have a GREAT group and I love working with the people I got assigned to! This is going to be another successful and effective learning environment!
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