All of the following are characteristics of an effective group member, except:
It is important for your group to _____________ evaluate all of the options.
Which of the following is part of generating creative solutions?
Thanks to our group's ________________, we were able to accomplish all our goals.
Explain the characteristics of an effective group member. What are your strengths and weaknesses when you work in a group?
An effective group member listens to others, shares ideas respectfully, completes assigned tasks, and helps the group stay focused on its goals. My strengths are listening carefully and being dependable about finishing my work. One weakness is that I sometimes hesitate to share an idea if I am unsure about it. I can improve by preparing ideas ahead of time and making sure I contribute during discussions.
Your teacher has asked you and your group to solve the problem of tardiness in your class. What steps will you and your group will take to solve this problem?
First, we would define the problem and gather information, such as how often students are late and whether there are common causes. Next, we would discuss the causes and agree on a goal for reducing tardiness. We would brainstorm possible solutions, evaluate them fairly using agreed criteria, and choose a plan together. Then we would assign responsibilities, try the plan for a set period, and review the results to see whether it reduced tardiness.
Which of the following is not something your group might do while selecting the best solution?
Which of the following is not a question your group might ask while analyzing the problem?
You are the group leader and your group is trying to come up with solutions to the problem your teacher has assigned. You have given a couple of suggestions, but no one else in your group is offering any ideas. Describe two or three things you could do to solve this problem.
I would first ask open-ended questions, such as “What might be causing this problem?” or “What are some possible ways to address it?” I would give everyone a quiet minute to write down ideas, then invite each person to share one. I would also remind the group that we should listen respectfully and save judging ideas until after brainstorming.
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