MAKE A SUCCESS OF GROUP WORK

John Small 18 August 2015

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 FACTORS TO CONSIDER
In brief

Groups will be assessed on team cohesiveness

Team diversity
Create a supportive environment for the team

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 HOW TO WORK TOGETHER TO
ACHIEVE RESULTS

Work on a project over a period of time.

A group assignment is one where:
the assignment is assessed;
the whole team is responsible for the outcome;
the work is shared.

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 BENEFITS OF GROUPWORK

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 GROUPWORK OPPORTUNITIES

develop leadership skills;

gain experience in negotiation;
learn how to resolve conflicts;
negotiate for a win/win outcome;
express your opinion;
practise professional communication;
have fun;
establish peer relationships;
share and deepen your knowledge of the subject area.
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 THANK YOU!

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