M4-340-Question

Introduction

This course includes group work. Your instructor will assign you to a group before your first group activity. Once you've been assigned to a group, you'll find a list of your group members under Tools -> Groups in the course top navigation.

Why Group Work?

Practically all jobs and roles require working with others. Working with a team helps consider different viewpoints and take advantage of diverse backgrounds, which can ensure a stronger end product. It also boosts your collaboration skills, time management, as well as persuasive skills. Group work often also includes discussions, where you'll participate in a smaller discussion with just your team members. This helps everyone participate in the conversation, respond to their team members, and contribute to the project.

Tips for Success

· First, create group guidelines. Get to know each other, your strengths, and your preferred ways of working.

· Set clear goals.

· Make a plan for the assignment and divide work among team members or subgroups.

· Help each other stay accountable by ensuring everyone contributes.

· Consider a timeline to keep track of the project’s tasks and when they’re due.

· Agree on deadlines with all group members.

· Share resources, knowledge, and information.

· Be positive. Even with differing opinions, openly sharing thoughts, feelings, and ideas is a must for successful group work. Constructive feedback is the best feedback.

· Stay self-aware. Your productivity and effort are an important part of your group's success.