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The Five Stages of Team Development: A Case
Study
By Gina Abudi
Every team goes through the five stages of team development.
First, some background on team development. The first four
stages of team growth were first developed by Bruce Wayne
Tuckman and published in 1965. His theory, called "Tuckman's
Stages" was based on research he conducted on team dynamics.
He believed (as is a common belief today) that these stages are
inevitable in order for a team to grow to the point where they are
functioning effectively together and delivering high quality results.
In 1977, Tuckman, jointly with Mary Ann Jensen, added a fifth
stage to the 4 stages: "Adjourning." The adjourning stage is when the team is completing
the current project. They will be joining other teams and moving on to other work in the near
future. For a high performing team, the end of a project brings on feelings of sadness as the
team members have effectively become as one and now are going their separate ways.
The five stages:
Stage 1: Forming
Stage 2: Storming
Stage 3: Norming
Stage 4: Performing
Stage 5: Adjourning
This article provides background on each stage and an example of a team going through all
five stages.
Stage 1: Forming
The "forming" stage takes place when the team first meets each other. In this first meeting,
team members are introduced to each. They share information about their backgrounds,
interests and experience and form first impressions of each other. They learn about the
project they will be working on, discuss the project's objectives/goals and start to think
about what role they will play on the project team. They are not yet working on the project.
They are, effectively, "feeling each other out" and finding their way around how they might
work together.
During this initial stage of team growth, it is important for the team leader to be very clear
about team goals and provide clear direction regarding the project. The team leader should
ensure that all of the members are involved in determining team roles and responsibilities
and should work with the team to help them establish how they will work together ("team
norms".) The team is dependent on the team leader to guide them.
Stage 2: Storming
As the team begins to work together, they move into the "storming" stage. This stage is not
avoidable; every team - most especially a new team who has never worked together before -
goes through this part of developing as a team. In this stage, the team members compete
1
with each other for status and for acceptance of their ideas. They have different opinions on
what should be done and how it should be done - which causes conflict within the team. As
they go progress through this stage, with the guidance of the team leader, they learn how to
solve problems together, function both independently and together as a team, and settle into
roles and responsibilities on the team. For .
How are the three characteristics of effective teams evident in each.pdfamitseesldh
How are the three characteristics of effective teams evident in each of Tuckman
Solution
Every team goes through the five stages of team development. First, some background on team
development. The first four stages of team growth were first developed by Bruce Wayne
Tuckman and published in 1965. His theory, called \"Tuckman\'s Stages\" was based on research
he conducted on team dynamics. He believed (as is a common belief today) that these stages are
inevitable in order for a team to grow to the point where they are functioning effectively together
and delivering high quality results. In 1977, Tuckman, jointly with Mary Ann Jensen, added a
fifth stage to the 4 stages: \"Adjourning.\" The adjourning stage is when the team is completing
the current project. They will be joining other teams and moving on to other work in the near
future. For a high performing team, the end of a project brings on feelings of sadness as the team
members have effectively become as one and now are going their separate ways.
The five stages:
This article provides background on each stage and an example of a team going through all five
stages.
Stage 1: Forming
The \"forming\" stage takes place when the team first meets each other. In this first meeting,
team members are introduced to each. They share information about their backgrounds, interests
and experience and form first impressions of each other. They learn about the project they will
be working on, discuss the project\'s objectives/goals and start to think about what role they will
play on the project team. They are not yet working on the project. They are, effectively, \"feeling
each other out\" and finding their way around how they might work together.
During this initial stage of team growth, it is important for the team leader to be very clear about
team goals and provide clear direction regarding the project. The team leader should ensure that
all of the members are involved in determining team roles and responsibilities and should work
with the team to help them establish how they will work together (\"team norms\".) The team is
dependent on the team leader to guide them.
Stage 2: Storming
As the team begins to work together, they move into the \"storming\" stage. This stage is not
avoidable; every team - most especially a new team who has never worked together before - goes
through this part of developing as a team. In this stage, the team members compete with each
other for status and for acceptance of their ideas. They have different opinions on what should be
done and how it should be done - which causes conflict within the team. As they go progress
through this stage, with the guidance of the team leader, they learn how to solve problems
together, function both independently and together as a team, and settle into roles and
responsibilities on the team. For team members who do not like conflict, this is a difficult stage
to go through.
The team leader needs to be adept at facilitating the team throu.
Teamwork enables you to accomplish tasks faster and more efficiently than tackling projects individually. ... Teamwork is important in an organization because it provides employees with an opportunity to bond with one another, which improves relations among them.
Organisations are much more likely to perform well when their people work effectively as a team. This is because good teamwork creates synergy – where the combined effect of the team is greater than the sum of individual efforts.
How are the three characteristics of effective teams evident in each.pdfamitseesldh
How are the three characteristics of effective teams evident in each of Tuckman
Solution
Every team goes through the five stages of team development. First, some background on team
development. The first four stages of team growth were first developed by Bruce Wayne
Tuckman and published in 1965. His theory, called \"Tuckman\'s Stages\" was based on research
he conducted on team dynamics. He believed (as is a common belief today) that these stages are
inevitable in order for a team to grow to the point where they are functioning effectively together
and delivering high quality results. In 1977, Tuckman, jointly with Mary Ann Jensen, added a
fifth stage to the 4 stages: \"Adjourning.\" The adjourning stage is when the team is completing
the current project. They will be joining other teams and moving on to other work in the near
future. For a high performing team, the end of a project brings on feelings of sadness as the team
members have effectively become as one and now are going their separate ways.
The five stages:
This article provides background on each stage and an example of a team going through all five
stages.
Stage 1: Forming
The \"forming\" stage takes place when the team first meets each other. In this first meeting,
team members are introduced to each. They share information about their backgrounds, interests
and experience and form first impressions of each other. They learn about the project they will
be working on, discuss the project\'s objectives/goals and start to think about what role they will
play on the project team. They are not yet working on the project. They are, effectively, \"feeling
each other out\" and finding their way around how they might work together.
During this initial stage of team growth, it is important for the team leader to be very clear about
team goals and provide clear direction regarding the project. The team leader should ensure that
all of the members are involved in determining team roles and responsibilities and should work
with the team to help them establish how they will work together (\"team norms\".) The team is
dependent on the team leader to guide them.
Stage 2: Storming
As the team begins to work together, they move into the \"storming\" stage. This stage is not
avoidable; every team - most especially a new team who has never worked together before - goes
through this part of developing as a team. In this stage, the team members compete with each
other for status and for acceptance of their ideas. They have different opinions on what should be
done and how it should be done - which causes conflict within the team. As they go progress
through this stage, with the guidance of the team leader, they learn how to solve problems
together, function both independently and together as a team, and settle into roles and
responsibilities on the team. For team members who do not like conflict, this is a difficult stage
to go through.
The team leader needs to be adept at facilitating the team throu.
Teamwork enables you to accomplish tasks faster and more efficiently than tackling projects individually. ... Teamwork is important in an organization because it provides employees with an opportunity to bond with one another, which improves relations among them.
Organisations are much more likely to perform well when their people work effectively as a team. This is because good teamwork creates synergy – where the combined effect of the team is greater than the sum of individual efforts.
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Chapter 6
Stages of Groups
Different experts give different names and descriptions of group stages. I’ll give brief overviews of three different experts. All three are more alike than different but there are some differences in their perspectives.
According to the Coreys (2010, pp. 107-108) there are five basic stages to groups. These stages overlap and at times, the group may revert to an earlier stage before progressing. Being aware of the stages gives the leader a valuable perspective and helps her predict problems. The five stages are the pre-group stage, the initial stage, the transition stage, the working stage and the final stage. The pre-group stage involves all the facets of forming a group, including creating a description for the group, enlisting possible participants, screening and selecting members and orienting the members. The initial stage provides orientation and exploration. Members may experience anxiety and insecurity about what will occur in the group meetings. They may test the limits as they attempt to figure out exactly what the boundaries are. It is important that the leader not squelch the conversation but allow the members to express themselves openly without being judged. In this stage, the members gradually develop the norms, explore their fears and expectations, identify their personal goals and determine if the group is safe. Trust begins to develop. In the transition stage the leader must assist the members in working on the concerns that they brought to the group. Members decide how much risk they should take and they explore any reluctance they experience in participating in the group. The working stage is productive. Mutuality and self-exploration increase and behavioral changes are made. Earlier themes of trust, conflict and reluctance to participate may be revisited. As deeper levels of trust are achieved, new conflicts may arise. Some groups never reach this stage but this doesn’t mean that the group was a failure. Benefits can still be realized. The final stage involves identifying what was learned and deciding how to incorporate this new learning into their lives. The group will spend time summarizing, pulling things together, and integrating and interpreting the experience. The group must deal with feelings of separation, address unfinished business, review the group experience, practice their behavioral changes, design action plans, prepare for coping with relapse (if this should occur) and build a supportive network.
Jacobs, Masson & Harvill (2009, pp. 29-31) indicated that groups go through three stages - the beginning stage, the middle or working stage and the ending or closing stage. In the beginning stage the members introduce themselves and discuss such topics as purpose of the group, group process, rules, comfort levels and content of the group. Members may struggle
with their comfort level and whether they can trust the group. This stage might last anywhere from a few minutes in the first ses ...
What behavior characteristics are associated with each of the four s.pdfezzi552
The answer has to be original.
For this week’s discussion, complete the following two scenario questions below in detail. Please
discuss thoroughly and substantivelyin your post.
1.)You are a digital forensic examiner and have been asked to examine a hard drive for potential
evidence. Give examples of how the hard drive (or the data on it) could be used as (or lead to the
presentation of) all four types of evidence in court; testimonial, real, documentary, and
demonstrative. If you do not believe one or more of the types of evidence would be included,
explain why not.
2.) You have been asked to assist a law enforcement team serving a search warrant related to a
child pornography investigation. You are the digital forensic expert for the team, and, as such,
have been assigned the task of identifying and collecting the digital evidence at the search
location. Answer the following questions about your assignment.
What steps should you take before the search to serve the search warrant?
What types of evidence should you be on the alert for, when searching the residence?
What types of items would you seize?
Solution.
Team building, aliraza afzal, pimsat, preston institute of management science and technologu , zubair shah,presentation to major zubair shah on team building
Collaboration is a word that belongsin the same warm fuzz.docxclarebernice
C
ollaboration is a word that belongs
in the same "warm fuzzy feelings"
list as love, peace, and healthy
eating. T h e decision to collaborate on a
project instantly creates visions of
heightened creativity, enlightened
cooperation, and stunning results. T h e
phrase "Let's collaborate on this" does not
magically lead to a successful outcome,
however. T h e Chicago Cubs prove that
just because a group of highly talented
people gets together in a team does not
mean it can perform well.
Most effective groups, teams, or
committees go through four separate stages
before achieving effective collaboration. In
1965, psychologist Bruce Tuckman coined
an unforgettable mnemonic for this
process: forming, storming, norming, and
performing. Groups must progress through
the first three stages of development to
successfully achieve stage four. Whether
you are a group leader or simply a
participant, your awareness of these four
essential stages of tasks and expectations
will help propel your collaborative efforts
from an "oh well, maybe next season"
experience to a successful venture with
fabulous results.
F O R M I N G is the first stage of group
development. This is an orientation stage
that can be compared to a first date. On a
first date, relationships are polite and
reserved. You are trying to get to know each
other, trying to decide if this is a
relationship you want to continue. Caution,
confusion, and courtesy are dominant.
Members of your newly formed
committee must also get to know each
other. Together you must decide on the
purpose and structure of the group and
your roles within that structure. Some
questions you might ask during this time
include, "Who are these other people?
W h a t is expected of me? W h o is going to
lead? W h a t is supposed to happen?" Even
if you have worked together with other
group members for years, forming a new
eature
Hot Spot: Collaboration
Four Steps to
Effective
Collaboration
By Penny Johnson
team requires this orientation period to
establish goals and procedures.
This forming stage is not the time to
expect free and open discussions or to
create a consensus. In the beginning,
fostering trust, encouraging relationship
building, and clarifying purposes and
expectations take precedence over making
decisions or taking action.
If you are a committee chair, you
play a very important role during this
period. Group members will more likely
interact directly with you rather than
with other members. You need to direct
the team clearly by establishing clear
objectives, explaining task requirements,
and generating a commitment to
common goals. You should also
encourage equal participation among
team members.
This first stage is usually rather short.
Often it can be accomplished in the first
committee meeting. Whether you are a
leader or just a member, you can help the
group progress by focusing on activities that
will build a positive working relationship.
T h e S T O R M I N G stage does not
seem to fit with the ...
· Describe strategies to build rapport with inmates and offenders .docxgerardkortney
· Describe strategies to build rapport with inmates and offenders in a correctional treatment or supervision program.
· Describe the effect of group dynamics on facilitating programs.
· Describe techniques for establishing a therapeutic environment.
Generalist Case Management
Woodside and McClam
https://phoenix.vitalsource.com/books/9781483342047/pageid/44
https://phoenix.vitalsource.com/#/books/9781323128800
https://phoenix.vitalsource.com/#/books/9781483342047
https://phoenix.vitalsource.com/#/books/9781133795247
https://phoenix.vitalsource.com/#/books/1259760413
Use book and two outside sources.
At least 100 words per question
THANKS
1 The Role of the Correctional Counselor CHAPTER OBJECTIVES After reading this chapter, you will be able to: 1. Identify the functions and parameters of the counseling process. 2. Discuss the competing interests between security and counseling in the correctional counseling process. 3. Know common terms and concerns associated with custodial corrections. 4. Understand the role of the counselor as facilitator. 5. Identify the various personal characteristics associated with effective counselors. 6. Be aware of the impact that burnout can have on a counselor’s professional performance. 7. Identify the various means of training and supervision associated with counseling. PART ONE: A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELING AND CORRECTIONS There are many myths concerning the concept of counseling. Although the image of the counseling field has changed dramatically over the past two or three decades, much of society still views counseling and therapy as a mystic process reserved for those who lack the ability to handle life issues effectively. While the concept of counseling is often misunderstood, the problem is exacerbated when attempting to introduce the idea of correctional counseling. Therefore, the primary goal of this chapter is to provide a working definition of correctional counseling that includes descriptions of how and when it is carried out. In order to understand the concept of correctional counseling, however, the two words that derive the concept must first be defined: “corrections” and “counseling.” In addition, a concerted effort is made to identify the myriad of legal and ethical issues that pertain to counselors working with offenders. It is very difficult to identify a single starting point for the counseling profession. In essence, there were various movements occurring simultaneously that later evolved into what we now describe as counseling. One of the earliest connections to the origins of counseling took place in Europe during the Middle Ages (Brown & Srebalus, 2003). The primary objective was assisting individuals with career choices. This type of counseling service is usually described by the concept of “guidance.” In the late 1800s Wilhelm Wundt and G. Stanley Hall created two of the first known psychological laboratories aimed at studying and treating individuals with psychological and e.
· Debates continue regarding what constitutes an appropriate rol.docxgerardkortney
· Debates continue regarding what constitutes an appropriate role for the judiciary. Some argue that federal judges have become too powerful and that judges “legislate from the bench.”
1. What does it mean for a judge to be an activist?
2. What does it mean for a judge to be a restrainist?
· Although conservatives had long complained about the activism of liberal justices and judges, in recent years conservative judges and justices have been likely to overturn precedents and question the power of elected institutions of government.
3. When is judicial activism appropriate? Explain.
· To defenders of the right to privacy, it is implicitly embodied in the Constitution in the First, Fourth, Fifth, Ninth, and Fourteenth Amendments. To opponents, it is judge-made law because there is no explicit reference to it under the Constitution. The right to privacy dates back to at least 1890, when Boston attorneys Samuel Warren and Louis Brandeis equated it with the right to be left alone from journalists who engaged in yellow journalism.
4. In short, do you believe a right to privacy exists in the federal Constitution. Why or why not?
.
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Chapter 6Stages of GroupsDifferent experts give different name.docxchristinemaritza
Chapter 6
Stages of Groups
Different experts give different names and descriptions of group stages. I’ll give brief overviews of three different experts. All three are more alike than different but there are some differences in their perspectives.
According to the Coreys (2010, pp. 107-108) there are five basic stages to groups. These stages overlap and at times, the group may revert to an earlier stage before progressing. Being aware of the stages gives the leader a valuable perspective and helps her predict problems. The five stages are the pre-group stage, the initial stage, the transition stage, the working stage and the final stage. The pre-group stage involves all the facets of forming a group, including creating a description for the group, enlisting possible participants, screening and selecting members and orienting the members. The initial stage provides orientation and exploration. Members may experience anxiety and insecurity about what will occur in the group meetings. They may test the limits as they attempt to figure out exactly what the boundaries are. It is important that the leader not squelch the conversation but allow the members to express themselves openly without being judged. In this stage, the members gradually develop the norms, explore their fears and expectations, identify their personal goals and determine if the group is safe. Trust begins to develop. In the transition stage the leader must assist the members in working on the concerns that they brought to the group. Members decide how much risk they should take and they explore any reluctance they experience in participating in the group. The working stage is productive. Mutuality and self-exploration increase and behavioral changes are made. Earlier themes of trust, conflict and reluctance to participate may be revisited. As deeper levels of trust are achieved, new conflicts may arise. Some groups never reach this stage but this doesn’t mean that the group was a failure. Benefits can still be realized. The final stage involves identifying what was learned and deciding how to incorporate this new learning into their lives. The group will spend time summarizing, pulling things together, and integrating and interpreting the experience. The group must deal with feelings of separation, address unfinished business, review the group experience, practice their behavioral changes, design action plans, prepare for coping with relapse (if this should occur) and build a supportive network.
Jacobs, Masson & Harvill (2009, pp. 29-31) indicated that groups go through three stages - the beginning stage, the middle or working stage and the ending or closing stage. In the beginning stage the members introduce themselves and discuss such topics as purpose of the group, group process, rules, comfort levels and content of the group. Members may struggle
with their comfort level and whether they can trust the group. This stage might last anywhere from a few minutes in the first ses ...
What behavior characteristics are associated with each of the four s.pdfezzi552
The answer has to be original.
For this week’s discussion, complete the following two scenario questions below in detail. Please
discuss thoroughly and substantivelyin your post.
1.)You are a digital forensic examiner and have been asked to examine a hard drive for potential
evidence. Give examples of how the hard drive (or the data on it) could be used as (or lead to the
presentation of) all four types of evidence in court; testimonial, real, documentary, and
demonstrative. If you do not believe one or more of the types of evidence would be included,
explain why not.
2.) You have been asked to assist a law enforcement team serving a search warrant related to a
child pornography investigation. You are the digital forensic expert for the team, and, as such,
have been assigned the task of identifying and collecting the digital evidence at the search
location. Answer the following questions about your assignment.
What steps should you take before the search to serve the search warrant?
What types of evidence should you be on the alert for, when searching the residence?
What types of items would you seize?
Solution.
Team building, aliraza afzal, pimsat, preston institute of management science and technologu , zubair shah,presentation to major zubair shah on team building
Collaboration is a word that belongsin the same warm fuzz.docxclarebernice
C
ollaboration is a word that belongs
in the same "warm fuzzy feelings"
list as love, peace, and healthy
eating. T h e decision to collaborate on a
project instantly creates visions of
heightened creativity, enlightened
cooperation, and stunning results. T h e
phrase "Let's collaborate on this" does not
magically lead to a successful outcome,
however. T h e Chicago Cubs prove that
just because a group of highly talented
people gets together in a team does not
mean it can perform well.
Most effective groups, teams, or
committees go through four separate stages
before achieving effective collaboration. In
1965, psychologist Bruce Tuckman coined
an unforgettable mnemonic for this
process: forming, storming, norming, and
performing. Groups must progress through
the first three stages of development to
successfully achieve stage four. Whether
you are a group leader or simply a
participant, your awareness of these four
essential stages of tasks and expectations
will help propel your collaborative efforts
from an "oh well, maybe next season"
experience to a successful venture with
fabulous results.
F O R M I N G is the first stage of group
development. This is an orientation stage
that can be compared to a first date. On a
first date, relationships are polite and
reserved. You are trying to get to know each
other, trying to decide if this is a
relationship you want to continue. Caution,
confusion, and courtesy are dominant.
Members of your newly formed
committee must also get to know each
other. Together you must decide on the
purpose and structure of the group and
your roles within that structure. Some
questions you might ask during this time
include, "Who are these other people?
W h a t is expected of me? W h o is going to
lead? W h a t is supposed to happen?" Even
if you have worked together with other
group members for years, forming a new
eature
Hot Spot: Collaboration
Four Steps to
Effective
Collaboration
By Penny Johnson
team requires this orientation period to
establish goals and procedures.
This forming stage is not the time to
expect free and open discussions or to
create a consensus. In the beginning,
fostering trust, encouraging relationship
building, and clarifying purposes and
expectations take precedence over making
decisions or taking action.
If you are a committee chair, you
play a very important role during this
period. Group members will more likely
interact directly with you rather than
with other members. You need to direct
the team clearly by establishing clear
objectives, explaining task requirements,
and generating a commitment to
common goals. You should also
encourage equal participation among
team members.
This first stage is usually rather short.
Often it can be accomplished in the first
committee meeting. Whether you are a
leader or just a member, you can help the
group progress by focusing on activities that
will build a positive working relationship.
T h e S T O R M I N G stage does not
seem to fit with the ...
· Describe strategies to build rapport with inmates and offenders .docxgerardkortney
· Describe strategies to build rapport with inmates and offenders in a correctional treatment or supervision program.
· Describe the effect of group dynamics on facilitating programs.
· Describe techniques for establishing a therapeutic environment.
Generalist Case Management
Woodside and McClam
https://phoenix.vitalsource.com/books/9781483342047/pageid/44
https://phoenix.vitalsource.com/#/books/9781323128800
https://phoenix.vitalsource.com/#/books/9781483342047
https://phoenix.vitalsource.com/#/books/9781133795247
https://phoenix.vitalsource.com/#/books/1259760413
Use book and two outside sources.
At least 100 words per question
THANKS
1 The Role of the Correctional Counselor CHAPTER OBJECTIVES After reading this chapter, you will be able to: 1. Identify the functions and parameters of the counseling process. 2. Discuss the competing interests between security and counseling in the correctional counseling process. 3. Know common terms and concerns associated with custodial corrections. 4. Understand the role of the counselor as facilitator. 5. Identify the various personal characteristics associated with effective counselors. 6. Be aware of the impact that burnout can have on a counselor’s professional performance. 7. Identify the various means of training and supervision associated with counseling. PART ONE: A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELING AND CORRECTIONS There are many myths concerning the concept of counseling. Although the image of the counseling field has changed dramatically over the past two or three decades, much of society still views counseling and therapy as a mystic process reserved for those who lack the ability to handle life issues effectively. While the concept of counseling is often misunderstood, the problem is exacerbated when attempting to introduce the idea of correctional counseling. Therefore, the primary goal of this chapter is to provide a working definition of correctional counseling that includes descriptions of how and when it is carried out. In order to understand the concept of correctional counseling, however, the two words that derive the concept must first be defined: “corrections” and “counseling.” In addition, a concerted effort is made to identify the myriad of legal and ethical issues that pertain to counselors working with offenders. It is very difficult to identify a single starting point for the counseling profession. In essence, there were various movements occurring simultaneously that later evolved into what we now describe as counseling. One of the earliest connections to the origins of counseling took place in Europe during the Middle Ages (Brown & Srebalus, 2003). The primary objective was assisting individuals with career choices. This type of counseling service is usually described by the concept of “guidance.” In the late 1800s Wilhelm Wundt and G. Stanley Hall created two of the first known psychological laboratories aimed at studying and treating individuals with psychological and e.
· Debates continue regarding what constitutes an appropriate rol.docxgerardkortney
· Debates continue regarding what constitutes an appropriate role for the judiciary. Some argue that federal judges have become too powerful and that judges “legislate from the bench.”
1. What does it mean for a judge to be an activist?
2. What does it mean for a judge to be a restrainist?
· Although conservatives had long complained about the activism of liberal justices and judges, in recent years conservative judges and justices have been likely to overturn precedents and question the power of elected institutions of government.
3. When is judicial activism appropriate? Explain.
· To defenders of the right to privacy, it is implicitly embodied in the Constitution in the First, Fourth, Fifth, Ninth, and Fourteenth Amendments. To opponents, it is judge-made law because there is no explicit reference to it under the Constitution. The right to privacy dates back to at least 1890, when Boston attorneys Samuel Warren and Louis Brandeis equated it with the right to be left alone from journalists who engaged in yellow journalism.
4. In short, do you believe a right to privacy exists in the federal Constitution. Why or why not?
.
· Critical thinking paper · · · 1. A case study..docxgerardkortney
· Critical thinking paper
·
·
· 1.
A case study.
Deborah Shore, aged 45, works for a small corporation in the Research and Development department.
When she first became a member of the department 15 years ago, Deborah was an unusually creative and productive researcher; her efforts quickly resulted in raises and promotions within the department and earned her the respect of her colleagues. Now, Deborah finds herself less interested in doing research; she is no longer making creative contributions to her department, although she is making contributions to its administration.
She is still respected by the coworkers who have known her since she joined the firm, but not by her younger coworkers.
Analyze the case study from the psychoanalytic, learning, and contextual perspectives: how would a theorist from each perspective explain Deborah's development? Which perspective do you believe provides the most adequate explanation, and why?
2. Interview your mother (and grandmothers, if possible), asking about experiences with childbirth. Include your own experiences if you have had children. Write a paper summarizing these childbirth experiences and comparing them with the contemporary experiences described in the text.
3. Identify a "type" of parent (e.g., single parent, teenage parent, low-income parent, dual-career couple) who is most likely to be distressed because an infant has a "difficult" temperament. Explain why you believe that this type of parent would have particular problems with a difficult infant. Write an informational brochure for the selected type of parent. The brochure should include an explanation of temperament in general and of the difficult temperament in particular, and give suggestions for parents of difficult infants.
4. Plan an educational unit covering nutrition, health, and safety for use with preschoolers and kindergartners. Take into account young children's cognitive and linguistic characteristics. The project should include (1) an outline of the content of the unit; and (2) a description of how the content would be presented, given the intellectual abilities of preschoolers. For example, how long would each lesson be? What kinds of pictures or other audiovisual materials would be used? How would this content be integrated with the children's other activities in preschool or kindergarten?
5. Visit two day care centers and evaluate each center using the information from the text as a guide. Request a fee schedule from each center. Write a paper summarizing your evaluation of each center.
Note:
Unless you are an actual potential client of the center, contact the director beforehand to explain the actual purpose of the visit, obtain permission to visit, and schedule your visit so as to minimize disruption to the center's schedule.
6. Watch some children's television programs and advertising, examine some children's toys and their packaging, read some children's books, and listen to some children's recor.
· Coronel & Morris Chapter 7, Problems 1, 2 and 3
· Coronel & Morris Chapter 8, Problems 1 and 2
A People’s History of Modern Europe
“A fascinating journey across centuries towards the world as we experience it today. ... It is
the voice of the ordinary people, and women in particular, their ideas and actions, protests
and sufferings that have gone into the making of this alternative narrative.”
——Sobhanlal Datta Gupta, former Surendra Nath Banerjee
Professor of Political Science, University of Calcutta
“A history of Europe that doesn’t remove the Europeans. Here there are not only kings,
presidents and institutions but the pulse of the people and social organizations that shaped
Europe. A must-read.”
——Raquel Varela, Universidade Nova de Lisboa
“Lively and engaging. William A Pelz takes the reader through a thousand years of
European history from below. This is the not the story of lords, kings and rulers. It is the
story of the ordinary people of Europe and their struggles against those lords, kings and
rulers, from the Middle Ages to the present day. A fine introduction.”
——Francis King, editor, Socialist History
“This book is an exception to the rule that the winner takes all. It highlights the importance
of the commoners which often is only shown in the dark corners of mainstream history
books. From Hussites, Levellers and sans-culottes to the women who defended the Paris
Commune and the workers who occupied the shipyards during the Carnation revolution in
Portugal. The author gives them their deserved place in history just like Howard Zinn did
for the American people.”
——Sjaak van der Velden, International Institute of Social History, Amsterdam
“The author puts his focus on the lives and historical impact of those excluded from
power and wealth: peasants and serfs of the Middle Ages, workers during the Industrial
Revolution, women in a patriarchic order that transcended different eras. This focus not
only makes history relevant for contemporary debates on social justice, it also urges the
reader to develop a critical approach.”
——Ralf Hoffrogge, Ruhr-Universität Bochum
“An exciting story of generations of people struggling for better living conditions, and for
social and political rights. ... This story has to be considered now, when the very notions of
enlightenment, progress and social change are being questioned.”
——Boris Kagarlitsky, director of Institute for globalization studies and social
movements, Moscow, and author of From Empires to Imperialism
“A splendid antidote to the many European histories dominated by kings, businessmen
and generals. It should be on the shelves of both academics and activists ... A lively and
informative intellectual tour-de-force.”
——Marcel van der Linden, International Institute of Social History, Amsterdam
A People’s History
of Modern Europe
William A. Pelz
First published 2016 by Pluto Press
345 Archway Road, London N6 5AA
www.pluto.
· Complete the following problems from your textbook· Pages 378.docxgerardkortney
· Complete the following problems from your textbook:
· Pages 378–381: 10-1, 10-2, 10-16, and 10-20.
· Pages 443–444: 12-7 and 12-9.
· Page 469: 13-5.
· 10-1 How would each of the following scenarios affect a firm’s cost of debt, rd(1 − T); its cost of equity, rs; and its WACC? Indicate with a plus (+), a minus (−), or a zero (0) whether the factor would raise, lower, or have an indeterminate effect on the item in question. Assume for each answer that other things are held constant, even though in some instances this would probably not be true. Be prepared to justify your answer but recognize that several of the parts have no single correct answer. These questions are designed to stimulate thought and discussion.
Effect on
rd(1 − T)
rs
WACC
a. The corporate tax rate is lowered.
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b. The Federal Reserve tightens credit.
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c. The firm uses more debt; that is, it increases its debt ratio.
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d. The dividend payout ratio is increased.
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e. The firm doubles the amount of capital it raises during the year.
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f. The firm expands into a risky new area.
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g. The firm merges with another firm whose earnings are countercyclical both to those of the first firm and to the stock market.
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h. The stock market falls drastically, and the firm’s stock price falls along with the rest.
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· 10-2 Assume that the risk-free rate increases, but the market risk premium
· 10-16COST OF COMMON EQUITY The Bouchard Company’s EPS was $6.50 in 2018, up from $4.42 in 2013. The company pays out 40% of its earnings as dividends, and its common stock sells for $36.00.
· a. Calculate the past growth rate in earnings. (Hint: This is a 5-year growth period.)
· b. The last dividend was D0 = 0.4($6.50) = $2.60. Calculate the next expected dividend, D1, assuming that the past growth rate continues.
· c. What is Bouchard’s cost of retained earnings, rs?
· 10-20WACC The following table gives Foust Company’s earnings per share for the last 10 years. The common stock, 7.8 million shares outstanding, is now (1/1/19) selling for $65.00 per share. The expected dividend at the end of the current year (12/31/19) is 55% of the 2018 EPS. Because investors expect past trends to continue, g may be based on the historical earnings growth rate. (Note that 9 years of growth are reflected in the 10 years of data.)
The current interest rate on new debt is 9%; Foust’s marginal tax rate is 40%, and its target capital structure is 40% debt and 60% equity.
· a. Calculate Foust’s after-tax cost of debt and common equity. Calculate the cost of equity as rs = D1/P0 + g.
· b. Find Foust’s WACC
· 12-7SCENARIO ANALYSIS Huang Industries is considering a proposed project whose estimated NPV is $12 million. This estimate assumes that economic conditions wi.
· Consider how different countries approach aging. As you consid.docxgerardkortney
· Consider how different countries approach aging. As you consider different countries, think about the following:
o Do older adults live with their children, or are they more likely to live in a nursing home?
o Are older adults seen as wise individuals to be respected and revered, or are they a burden to their family and to society?
· Next, select two different countries and compare and contrast their approaches to aging.
· Post and identify each of the countries you selected. Then, explain two similarities and two differences in how the countries approach aging. Be specific and provide examples. Use proper APA format and citation. LSW10
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· Clarifying some things on the Revolution I am going to say som.docxgerardkortney
· Clarifying some things on the Revolution
I am going to say something, and I want you to hear me.
I am a scholar of the Revolution. That's the topic of my dissertation. Please believe me when I say that I know a lot about it.
I also happen to know--and this is well-supported by historians--that the Revolution was a civil war in which, for the first several years, Revolutionaries and Loyalists were evenly matched.
I will repeat that. Evenly matched. Loyalists were not merely too cowardly to fight, and they were not old fogies who hated the idea of freedom. Most had been in the Colonies for generations. Many of them took up arms for their King and their country. And when they lost, you confiscated their homes and they fled with the clothes on their back to Canada, England, and other places of the Empire. Both sides--both sides--committed unspeakable atrocities against civilians whom they disagreed with.
Now, a lot of you love to repeat some very fervent patriotic diatribe about how great the Revolution was. That's not history. That's propaganda. Know the difference.
History has shades of gray. History is complex and ambiguous. Washington, for instance, wore dentures made from the teeth of his slaves. Benjamin Franklin's son was the last royal governor of New Jersey. Did you know that the net tax rate for Americans--they always conveniently leave this out of the textbooks--was between 1.9 and 2.1%, depending on colony.? And that was if they had paid the extra taxes on tea and paper.
And, wait for it, people who support California independence use the same logic and arguments as they did in 1775. Did you know that the Los Angeles and Washington are only a few hundred miles closer than Boston and London? That many of the same issues, point by point, are repeating here in California? So put yourself in those shoes. How many of you would have sided with the Empire (whether American or British) based on the fact that you don't know how this will shake out? Would you call someone who supports Calexit a Patriot? Revolutionary? Nutcase? Who gets to own that word, anyway?
You can choose that you would have supported the revolutionaries--but think. Think about the other side. They matter, and their experiences got to be cleansed out of history to make you feel better about the way the revolutionaries behaved during the War. Acknowledge that they are there, and that their point of view has merit, even if you not agree with it.
· Clarifying Unit III's assignment
I have noticed a few consistent problems with the letter in the Unit III issue. Here are some pointers to make it better.
1. Read the clarifying note I wrote above. Note that the taxes aren't actually as high as you have been led to believe, but the point is that they should not be assigned at all without your consent.
2. Acknowledge that this is a debate, that a certain percentage are radicalized for independence, but there are is also a law-and-order group who find this horrific, and want .
· Chapter 9 – Review the section on Establishing a Security Cultur.docxgerardkortney
· Chapter 9 – Review the section on Establishing a Security Culture. Review the methods to reduce the chances of a cyber threat noted in the textbook. Research other peer-reviewed source and note additional methods to reduce cyber-attacks within an organization.
· Chapter 10 – Review the section on the IT leader in the digital transformation era. Note how IT professionals and especially leaders must transform their thinking to adapt to the constantly changing organizational climate. What are some methods or resources leaders can utilize to enhance their change attitude?
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· Chapter 10 The Early Elementary Grades 1-3The primary grades.docxgerardkortney
· Chapter 10: The Early Elementary Grades: 1-3
The primary grades are grades 1-3.
Although educational reform has had an effect on all children, it is most apparent in the early elementary years. Reform and change comes from a number of sources and the chapter begins by reminding you of this. Let’s examine a few of these sources...
Diversity. There has been a rise in the number of racial and ethnic minority students enrolled in the nation's public schools; this number will (most likely) continue to rise. Teaching children from different cultures and backgrounds is an important piece to account for when planning curriculum.
Standards. Standards is a reason for reform. We've already looked at standards; these are something you must keep in mind when planning lessons.
Data-Driven Instruction may sound new, but it is not a new concept to you. We’ve done a great deal of discussing the outcomes of test-taking and assessments. You've probably all heard "teaching to the test."
Technology. Today’s students have had much experience with technology, therefore, it’s important to provide them with opportunities to learn with technology. It may take a while for you to be creative and think of ways to use it in your teaching (if you haven’ t been).
Health and Wellness. Obesity is a major concern in this country. Therefore, it is important to make sure that children have the opportunity to be active. Unfortunately, due to the pressure of academics, many schools have been taking physical education/activity time out of the curriculum.
Violence: One issue that I notice this new edition of the text has excluded is violence. However, I think that this topic is important; we need to keep children safe when they are at school. As a result of 9/11 (and, not to mention that many violent events have happened on school campuses in recent years), many school districts now have an emergency system in place that they can easily use if there is any type of incident in which the children’s safety is at risk.
WHAT ARE CHILDREN IN GRADES ONE TO THREE LIKE?
Your text explains that the best way to think of a child’s development during this time is: slow and steady. During this stage, there is not much difference between boys and girls when it comes to physical capabilities. Although it is always important to not stereotype based on one’s gender, it is especially important during these years. These children are also entering into their "tween" years, thus; being sensitive to the children's and parents' needs in regards to such changes is important.
It is important to remember that children in the primary grades are in the Concrete Operations Stage. This stage is children ages 7 to 12. The term operation refers to an action that can be carried out in thought as well as executed materially and that is mentally and physically reversible.
These children are at an age in which they can compare their abilities to their peers. And, therefore, children may develop learned helplessnes.
· Chap 2 and 3· what barriers are there in terms of the inter.docxgerardkortney
· Chap 2 and 3
· what barriers are there in terms of the interpersonal communication model?
Typically, communication breakdowns result from lack of understanding without clarification; often, there wasn't even an attempt at clarification. If barriers to interpersonal communication are not acknowledged and addressed, workplace productivity can suffer.
Language Differences
Interpersonal communication can go awry when the sender and receiver of the message speak a different language -- literally and figuratively. Not everyone in the workplace will understand slang, jargon, acronyms and industry terminology. Instead of seeking clarification, employees might guess at the meaning of the message and then act on mistaken assumptions. Also, misunderstandings may occur among workers who do not speak the same primary language. As a result, feelings may be hurt, based on misinterpretation of words or of body language.
Cultural Differences
Interpersonal communication may be adversely affected by lack of cultural understanding, mis-perception, bias and stereotypical beliefs. Workers may have limited skill or experience communicating with people from a different background. Many companies offer diversity training to help employees understand how to communicate more effectively across cultures and relate to those who may have different background experiences. Similarly, gender barriers can obstruct interpersonal communication if men and women are treated differently, and held to different standards, causing interpersonal conflicts in the workplace.
Personality Differences
Like any skill, some people are better at interpersonal communication than others. Personality traits also influence how well an individual interacts with subordinates, peers and supervisors. Extraversion can be an advantage when it comes to speaking out, sharing opinions and disseminating information. However, introverts may have the edge when it comes to listening, reflecting and remembering. Barriers to interpersonal communication may occur when employees lack self-awareness, sensitivity and flexibility. Such behavior undermines teamwork, which requires mutual respect, compromise and negotiation. Bullying, backstabbing and cut throat competition create a toxic workplace climate that will strain interpersonal relationships.
Generational Differences
Interpersonal communication can be complicated by generational differences in speech, dress, values, priorities and preferences. For instance, there may be a generational divide as to how team members prefer to communicate with one another. If younger workers sit in cubicles, using social networking as their primary channel of communication, it can alienate them from older workers who may prefer face-to-face communication. Broad generalizations and stereotypes can also cause interpersonal rifts when a worker from one generation feels superior to those who are younger or older. Biases against workers based on age can constitute a form of disc.
· Case Study 2 Improving E-Mail Marketing ResponseDue Week 8 an.docxgerardkortney
· Case Study 2: Improving E-Mail Marketing Response
Due Week 8 and worth 160 points
Read the following case study.
A company wishes to improve its e-mail marketing process, as measured by an increase in the response rate to e-mail advertisements. The company has decided to study the process by evaluating all combinations of two (2) options of the three (3) key factors: E-Mail Heading (Detailed, Generic); Email Open (No, Yes); and E-Mail Body (Text, HTML). Each of the combinations in the design was repeated on two (2) different occasions. The factors studied and the measured response rates are summarized in the following table.
Write a two to three (2-3) page paper in which you:
1. Use the data shown in the table to conduct a design of experiment (DOE) in order to test cause-and-effect relationships in business processes for the company.
2. Determine the graphical display tool (e.g., Interaction Effects Chart, Scatter Chart, etc.) that you would use to present the results of the DOE that you conducted in Question 1. Provide a rationale for your response.
3. Recommend the main actions that the company could take in order to increase the response rate of its e-mail advertising. Provide a rationale for your response.
4. Propose one (1) overall strategy for developing a process model for this company that will increase the response rate of its e-mail advertising and obtain effective business process. Provide a rationale for your response.
Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
. Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
. Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
. Build regression models for improving business processes.
. Design experiments to test cause-and-effect relationships in business processes.
. Use technology and information resources to research issues in business process improvement.
. Write clearly and concisely about business process improvement using proper writing mechanics.
Read each discussion 1-4 and then write a 200 word response for each.
With your response, you can either expand on the initial post with similar, formally cited, specific examples or additional information regarding the original example(s) (be sure the additional information isn’t simply a re-statement of what has already been posted) or you can respond with a well-supported (based on formally cited information) counter point.
APA FORMAT
Response should have 1 source for each discussion
1. A message in sports is brought to sports economists in Jeremiah 29:11. This verse states, “For I.
· Briefly describe the technologies that are leading businesses in.docxgerardkortney
· Briefly describe the technologies that are leading businesses into the third wave of electronic commerce.
· In about 100 words, describe the function of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers. Include a discussion of the differences between gTLDs and sTLDs in your answer.
· In one or two paragraphs, describe how the Internet changed from a government research project into a technology for business users.
· In about 100 words, explain the difference between an extranet and an intranet. In your answer, describe when you might use a VPN in either.
· Define “channel conflict” and describe in one or two paragraphs how a company might deal with this issue.
· In two paragraphs, explain why a customer-centric Web site design is so important, yet is so difficult to accomplish.
· In about two paragraphs, distinguish between outsourcing and offshoring as they relate to business processes.
· In about 200 words, explain how the achieved trust level of a company’s communications using blogs and social media compare with similar communication efforts conducted using mass media and personal contact.
· Write a paragraph in which you distinguish between a virtual community and a social networking Web site
· Write two or three paragraphs in which you describe the role that culture plays in the development of a country’s laws and ethical standards.
QUESTION 1
Lakota peoples of the Great Plains are notably:
nomadic and followed the buffalo herds
Sedentary farmers, raising corn, northern beans, and potatoes
peaceful people who tried to live in harmony with neighboring tribes and the environment
religious and employed a variety of psychoactive plants during religious ceremonies
QUESTION 2
Tribal peoples of the Great Plains experienced greater ease at hunting and warfare after the introduction of:
Hotchkiss guns
smokeless gunpowder
horses
Intertribal powwows
all of the above
QUESTION 3
The Apaches and Navajos (Dine’) of the southwestern region of North America speak a language similar to their relatives of northern California and western Canada called:
Yuman
Uto-Aztecan
Tanoan
Athabaskan
Algonkian
QUESTION 4
The Navajo lived in six or eight-sided domed earth dwellings called:
wickiups
kivas
hogans
roadhouses
sweat lodge
QUESTION 5
Pueblo Indians, such as the Zuni and Hopi tribes, are descendants of the ancient people known as the:
Anasazi
Ashkenazi
Athabaskan
Aztecanotewa
Atlantean
2 points
QUESTION 6
1. Kachinas, or spirits of nature, were believed to:
Assist in the growth of crops and send rain
Help defend the Navajo against all foreign invaders
Provide medical assistance to the Hopi when doctors were not available
Combat evil spirits such as Skin-walkers or Diablitos
All of the above
2 points
QUESTION 7
1. The preferred dwellings among the Lakota Sioux were:
wickiups
adobe pueblos
pit houses
teepees
buffalo huts
2 points
QUESTION 8
1. Native Americansbenef.
· Assignment List· My Personality Theory Paper (Week Four)My.docxgerardkortney
· Assignment List
· My Personality Theory Paper (Week Four)
My Personality Theory Paper (Week Four)
DUE: May 31, 2020 11:55 PM
Grade Details
Grade
N/A
Gradebook Comments
None
Assignment Details
Open Date
May 4, 2020 12:05 AM
Graded?
Yes
Points Possible
100.0
Resubmissions Allowed?
No
Attachments checked for originality?
Yes
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Assignment Instructions
My Personality Theory Paper
Instructions:
For this assignment, you will write a paper no less than 7 pages in length, not including required cover and Reference pages, describing a single personality theory from the course readings that best explains your own personality and life choices. You are free to select from among the several theories covered in the course to date but only one theory may be used.
Your task is to demonstrate your knowledge of the theory you choose via descriptions of its key concepts and use of them to explain how you developed your own personality. It is recommended that you revisit the material covered to date to refresh your knowledge of theory details. This is a "midterm" assignment and you should show in your work that you have studied and comprehended the first four weeks of course material. Your submission should be double-spaced with 1 inch margins on all sides of each page and should be free of spelling and grammar errors. It must include source crediting of any materials used in APA format, including source citations in the body of your paper and in a Reference list attached to the end. Easy to follow guides to APA formatting can be found on the tutorial section of the APUS Online Library.
Your paper will include three parts:
I. A brief description of the premise and key components of the theory you selected. You should be thorough and concise in this section and not spend the bulk of the paper detailing the theory, but rather just give enough of a summary of the key points so that an intelligent but uniformed reader would be able to understand its basics. If you pick a more complicated theory, you should expect explaining its premise and key components to take longer than explaining the same for one of the simpler theories but, in either case, focus on the basics and keep in mind that a paper that is almost all theory description and little use of the theory described to explain your own personality will receive a significant point deduction as will the reverse case of the paper being largely personal experience sharing with little linkage to clearly described key theory components.
II. A description of how your chosen theory explains your personality and life choices with supporting examples.
III. A description of the limitations of the theory in explaining your personality or anyone else’s.
NOTE: Although only your instructor will be reading your paper, you should still think about how much personal information you want to disclose. The purpose of this paper is not to get you to share private information, but rather to bring one .
· Assignment List
· Week 7 - Philosophical Essay
Week 7 - Philosophical Essay
DUE: Mar 22, 2020 11:55 PM
Grade Details
Grade
N/A
Gradebook Comments
None
Assignment Details
Open Date
Feb 3, 2020 12:05 AM
Graded?
Yes
Points Possible
100.0
Resubmissions Allowed?
No
Attachments checked for originality?
Yes
Top of Form
Assignment Instructions
Objective: Students will write a Philosophical Essay for week 7 based on the course concepts.
Course Objectives: 2, 3, & 4
Task:
This 4 - 5 full page (not to exceed 6 pages) Philosophical Essay you will be writing due Week 7 is designed to be a thoughtful, reflective work. The 4 - 5 full pages does not include a cover page or a works cited page. It will be your premier writing assignment focused on the integration and assessment relating to the course concepts. Your paper should be written based on the outline you submitted during week 4 combined with your additional thoughts and instructor feedback. You will use at least three scholarly/reliable resources with matching in-text citations and a Works Cited page. All essays are double spaced, 12 New Times Roman font, paper title, along with all paragraphs indented five spaces.
Details:
You will pick one of the following topics only to do your paper on:
· According to Socrates, must one heed popular opinion about moral matters? Does Socrates accept the fairness of the laws under which he was tried and convicted? Would Socrates have been wrong to escape?
· Consider the following philosophical puzzle: “If a tree falls in the forest and there's no one around to hear it, does it make a sound?” (1) How is this philosophical puzzle an epistemological problem? And (2) how would John Locke answer it?
· Evaluate the movie, The Matrix, in terms of the philosophical issues raised with (1) skepticism and (2) the mind-body problem. Explain how the movie raises questions similar to those found in Plato’s and Descartes’ philosophy. Do not give a plot summary of the movie – focus on the philosophical issues raised in the movie as they relate to Plato and Descartes.
· Socrates asks Euthyphro, “Are morally good acts willed by God because they are morally good, or are they morally good because they are willed by God?” (1) How does this question relate to the Divine Command Theory of morality? (2) What are the philosophical implications associated with each option here?
· Explain (1) the process by which Descartes uses skepticism to refute skepticism, and (2) what first principle does this lead him to? (3) Explain why this project was important for Descartes to accomplish.
Your paper will be written at a college level with an introduction, body paragraphs, a conclusion, along with in-text citations/Works Cited page in MLA formatting. Students will follow MLA format as the sole citation and formatting style used in written assignments submitted as part of coursework to the Humanities Department. Remember - any resource that is listed on the Works Cited page must .
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· Assignment 3: Creating a Compelling Vision
Leaders today must be able to create a compelling vision for the organization. They also must be able to create an aligned strategy and then execute it. Visions have two parts, the envisioned future and the core values that support that vision of the future. The ability to create a compelling vision is the primary distinction between leadership and management. Leaders need to create a vision that will frame the decisions and behavior of the organization and keep it focused on the future while also delivering on the short-term goals.
To learn more about organizational vision statements, do an Internet search and review various vision statements.
In this assignment, you will consider yourself as a leader of an organization and write a vision statement and supporting values statement.
Select an organization of choice. This could be an organization that you are familiar with, or a fictitious organization. Then, respond to the following:
· Provide the name and description of the organization. In the description, be sure to include the purpose of the organization, the products or services it provides, and the description of its customer base.
· Describe the core values of the organization. Why are these specific values important to the organization?
· Describe the benefits and purpose for an organizational vision statement.
· Develop a vision statement for this organization. When developing a vision statement, be mindful of the module readings and lecture materials.
· In the vision statement, be sure to communicate the future goals and aspirations of the organization.
· Once you have developed the vision statement, describe how you would communicate the statement to the organizational stakeholders, that is, the owners, employees, vendors, and customers.
· How would you incorporate the communication of the vision into the new employee on-boarding and ongoing training?
Write your response in approximately 3–5 pages in Microsoft Word. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M1_A3.doc. For example, if your name is John Smith, your document will be named SmithJ_M1_A3.doc.
By the due date assigned, deliver your assignment to the Submissions Area.
Assignment 3 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Chose and described the organization. The description included the purpose of the organization, the products or services the organization provides, and the description of its customer base.
16
Developed a vision statement for the organization. Ensured to accurately communicate the goals and aspirations of the organization in the vision statement.
24
Ensured that the incorporation and communication strategy for the vision statement is clear, detailed, well thought out and realistic.
28
Evaluated and explained which values are most important to the organization.
24
Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate r.
· Assignment 4
· Week 4 – Assignment: Explain Theoretical Perspectives for Real-life Scenarios
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For each of the following three scenarios, use a chart format to assess how each traditional theoretical perspective would best explain the situation that a social worker would need to address. You may create your charts in Word or another software program of your choice. An example chart follows the three scenarios.
Scenario 1
You are a hospital social worker who is working with a family whose older adult relative is in end-stage renal failure. There are no advanced directives and the family is conflicted over what the next steps should be.
Scenario 2
You are a caseworker in a drug court. Your client has had three consecutive dirty urine analyses. She is unemployed and has violated her probation order.
Scenario 3
You are a school social worker. A teacher sends her 9-year-old student to you because he reports that he has not eaten in 2 days and there are no adults at home to take care of him.
Chart Example:
Your client, an 11-year-old girl, was removed from home because of parental substance abuse. She is acting out in her foster home, disobeying her foster parents and not following their rules.
Theory
Explanation for Scenario – please respond to the questions below in your explanation
Systems Theory
What systems need to be developed or put in place to support the child? Would Child Protective Services need to become involved? What other systems would support her and a successful outcome for being in foster care?
Generalist Theory
What is the best intervention or therapy to use based on this child’s situation? Given her circumstances, how could you best improve her functioning?
Behavioral Theory
What behaviors are being reinforced? What behaviors are being ignored or punished? What would you suggest to maintain this placement? Would this involve working with the foster parents?
Cognitive Theory
How would you help your client to examine her thinking, emotions, and behavior? What would this entail from a cognitive developmental framework?
Support your assignment with a minimum of three resources.
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· Assignment 2 Leader ProfileMany argue that the single largest v.docxgerardkortney
· Assignment 2: Leader Profile
Many argue that the single largest variable in organizational success is leadership. Effective leadership can transform an organization and create a positive environment for all stakeholders. In this assignment, you will have the chance to evaluate a leader and identify what makes him/her effective.
Consider all the leaders who have affected your life in some way. Think of people with whom you work—community leaders, a family member, or anyone who has had a direct impact on you.
· Choose one leader you consider to be effective. This can be a leader you are personally aware of, or someone you don’t know, but have observed to be an effective leader. Write a paper addressing the following:
· Explain how this leader has influenced you and why you think he or she is effective.
· Analyze what characteristics or qualities this person possesses that affected you most.
· Rate this leader by using a leadership scorecard. This can be a developed scorecard, or one you develop yourself. If you use a developed scorecard, please be sure to cite the sources of the scorecard. Once you have identified your scorecard, rate your leader. You decide what scores to include (for example, scale of 1–5, 5 being the highest) but be sure to assess the leader holistically across the critical leadership competencies you feel are most important (for example, visioning, empowering, strategy development and communication).
· Critique this individual’s skills against what you have learned about leadership so far in this course. Consider the following:
· How well does he/she meet the practices covered in your required readings?
· How well has he/she adapted to the challenges facing leaders today?
· If you could recommend changes to his/her leadership approach, philosophy, and style, what would you suggest? Why?
· Using the assigned readings, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet including general organizational sources like the Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek, or Harvard Business Review, build a leadership profile of the leader you selected. Include information from personal experiences as well as general postings on the selected leader from Internet sources such as blogs. Be sure to include 2–3 additional resources not already included in the required readings in support of your leadership profile.
Write a 3–5-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M2_A2.doc.
By the due date assigned, deliver your assignment to the Submissions Area.
Assignment 2 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Explained how this leader has been influential and why you think the leader is effective showing analysis of the leader’s characteristics or qualities.
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Analyzed the characteristics or qualities the leader possesses that have affected you most..
16
Rated your leader using a leadership scorecard and supported your rationale for your rating.
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· Assignment 1 Diversity Issues in Treating AddictionThe comple.docxgerardkortney
· Assignment 1: Diversity Issues in Treating Addiction
The complexities of working with diverse populations in treating disorders, such as addictions, require special considerations. Some approaches work better with some populations than with others. For example, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) programs are spiritually based and focus on a higher power. Some populations have difficulty with these concepts and are averse to participating in such groups.
Select a population—for example, African Americans; Native Americans; or lesbians, gays, or bisexual individuals. Research your topic by using articles from the supplemental readings for this course or from other resources such as the Web, texts, experience, or other journal articles related to diversity issues and addictions.
Write a three- to five-page paper discussing the following:
· Some specific considerations for working with your chosen population in the area of addiction treatment
· Whether your research indicates that 12-step groups work with this population
· Any special problems associated with this population that make acknowledging the addiction and seeking treatment more difficult
· Any language or other barriers that this population faces when seeking treatment
Prepare your paper in Microsoft Word document format. Name your file M4_A1_LastName_Research.doc, and submit it to the Submissions Area by the due date assigned Follow APA guidelines for writing and citing text.
Assignment 1 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Discussed some specific considerations for working with your chosen population in the area of addiction.
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Discussed whether your research indicates that 12-step groups work with your chosen population.
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Discussed any special problems associated with this population that make acknowledging the addiction and seeking treatment more difficult .
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Discussed any language or other barriers that this population faces when seeking treatment.
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Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources, displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
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36
· M4 Assignment 2 Discussion
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Assignment 2: Discussion Questions
Your facilitator will guide you in the selection of two of the three discussion questions. Submit your responses to these questions to the appropriate Discussion Area by the due date assigned. Through the end of the module, comment on the responses of others.
All written assignments and responses should follow APA rules for attributing sources.
You will be attempting two discussion questions in this module; each worth 28 points. The total number of points that can be earned for this assignment is 56.
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Many minority groups experience stress secondary to their social surroundings. For example, a family living in poverty may face frequent violence. Limited income makes meeting the day-to-day need.
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
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The map views are useful for providing a geographical representation of data. They allow users to visualize and analyze the data in a more intuitive manner.
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We all have good and bad thoughts from time to time and situation to situation. We are bombarded daily with spiraling thoughts(both negative and positive) creating all-consuming feel , making us difficult to manage with associated suffering. Good thoughts are like our Mob Signal (Positive thought) amidst noise(negative thought) in the atmosphere. Negative thoughts like noise outweigh positive thoughts. These thoughts often create unwanted confusion, trouble, stress and frustration in our mind as well as chaos in our physical world. Negative thoughts are also known as “distorted thinking”.
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The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
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The Five Stages of Team Development: A Case
Study
By Gina Abudi
Every team goes through the five stages of team development.
First, some background on team development. The first four
stages of team growth were first developed by Bruce Wayne
Tuckman and published in 1965. His theory, called "Tuckman's
Stages" was based on research he conducted on team dynamics.
He believed (as is a common belief today) that these stages are
inevitable in order for a team to grow to the point where they
are
functioning effectively together and delivering high quality
results.
In 1977, Tuckman, jointly with Mary Ann Jensen, added a fifth
stage to the 4 stages: "Adjourning." The adjourning stage is
when the team is completing
the current project. They will be joining other teams and
moving on to other work in the near
future. For a high performing team, the end of a project brings
on feelings of sadness as the
team members have effectively become as one and now are
going their separate ways.
2. The five stages:
Stage 1: Forming
Stage 2: Storming
Stage 3: Norming
Stage 4: Performing
Stage 5: Adjourning
This article provides background on each stage and an example
of a team going through all
five stages.
Stage 1: Forming
The "forming" stage takes place when the team first meets each
other. In this first meeting,
team members are introduced to each. They share information
about their backgrounds,
interests and experience and form first impressions of each
other. They learn about the
project they will be working on, discuss the project's
objectives/goals and start to think
about what role they will play on the project team. They are not
yet working on the project.
They are, effectively, "feeling each other out" and finding their
way around how they might
work together.
During this initial stage of team growth, it is important for the
team leader to be very clear
about team goals and provide clear direction regarding the
project. The team leader should
ensure that all of the members are involved in determining team
roles and responsibilities
and should work with the team to help them establish how they
will work together ("team
3. norms".) The team is dependent on the team leader to guide
them.
Stage 2: Storming
As the team begins to work together, they move into the
"storming" stage. This stage is not
avoidable; every team - most especially a new team who has
never worked together before -
goes through this part of developing as a team. In this stage, the
team members compete
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with each other for status and for acceptance of their ideas.
They have different opinions on
what should be done and how it should be done - which causes
conflict within the team. As
they go progress through this stage, with the guidance of the
team leader, they learn how to
solve problems together, function both independently and
together as a team, and settle into
roles and responsibilities on the team. For team members who
do not like conflict, this is a
difficult stage to go through.
The team leader needs to be adept at facilitating the team
through this stage - ensuring the
team members learn to listen to each other and respect their
differences and ideas. This
includes not allowing any one team member to control all
conversations and to facilitate
contributions from all members of the team. The team leader
will need to coach some team
4. members to be more assertive and other team members on how
to be more effective
listeners.
This stage will come to a closure when the team becomes more
accepting of each other and
learns how to work together for the good of the project. At this
point, the team leader should
start transitioning some decision making to the team to allow
them more independence, but
still stay involved to resolve any conflicts as quickly as
possible.
Some teams, however, do not move beyond this stage and the
entire project is spent in
conflict and low morale and motivation, making it difficult to
get the project completed.
Usually teams comprised of members who are professionally
immature will have a difficult
time getting past this stage.
Stage 3: Norming
When the team moves into the "norming" stage, they are
beginning to work more effectively
as a team. They are no longer focused on their individual goals,
but rather are focused on
developing a way of working together (processes and
procedures). They respect each
other's opinions and value their differences. They begin to see
the value in those differences
on the team. Working together as a team seems more natural. In
this stage, the team has
agreed on their team rules for working together, how they will
share information and resolve
team conflict, and what tools and processes they will use to get
5. the job done. The team
members begin to trust each other and actively seek each other
out for assistance and input.
Rather than compete against each other, they are now helping
each other to work toward a
common goal. The team members also start to make significant
progress on the project as
they begin working together more effectively.
In this stage, the team leader may not be as involved in decision
making and problem
solving since the team members are working better together and
can take on more
responsibility in these areas. The team has greater self-direction
and is able to resolve issues
and conflict as a group. On occasion, however, the team leader
may step in to move things
along if the team gets stuck. The team leader should always
ensure that the team members
are working collaboratively and may begin to function as a
coach to the members of the
team.
Stage 4: Performing
In the "performing" stage, teams are functioning at a very high
level. The focus is on
reaching the goal as a group. The team members have gotten to
know each other, trust
each other and rely on each other.
Not every team makes it to this level of team growth; some
teams stop at Stage 3: Norming.
The highly performing team functions without oversight and the
members have become
interdependent. The team is highly motivated to get the job
6. done. They can make decisions
and problem solve quickly and effectively. When they disagree,
the team members can work
through it and come to consensus without interrupting the
project's progress. If there needs
to be a change in team processes - the team will come to
agreement on changing processes
on their own without reliance on the team leader.
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In this stage, the team leader is not involved in decision
making, problem solving or other
such activities involving the day-to-day work of the team. The
team members work
effectively as a group and do not need the oversight that is
required at the other stages. The
team leader will continue to monitor the progress of the team
and celebrate milestone
achievements with the team to continue to build team
camaraderie. The team leader will also
serve as the gateway when decisions need to be reached at a
higher level within the
organisation.
Even in this stage, there is a possibility that the team may revert
back to another stage. For
example, it is possible for the team to revert back to the
"storming" stage if one of the
members starts working independently. Or, the team could
revert back to the "forming"
stage if a new member joins the team. If there are significant
changes that throw a wrench
into the works, it is possible for the team to revert back to an
7. earlier stage until they are able
to manage through the change.
Stage 5: Adjourning
In the "adjourning" stage the project is coming to an end and
the team members are moving
off into different directions. This stage looks at the team from
the perspective of the
well-being of the team rather than from the perspective of
managing a team through the
original four stages of team growth.
The team leader should ensure that there is time for the team to
celebrate the success of the
project and capture best practices for future use. (Or, if it was
not a successful project - to
evaluate what happened and capture lessons learned for future
projects.) This also provides
the team the opportunity to say good-bye to each other and wish
each other luck as they
pursue their next endeavour. It is likely that any group that
reached Stage 4: Performing will
keep in touch with each other as they have become a very close
knit group and there will be
sadness at separating and moving on to other projects
independently.
Is the Team Effective or Not?
There are various indicators of whether a team is working
effectively together as a group.
The characteristics of effective, successful teams include:
Clear communication among all members.
Regular brainstorming session with all members participating.
8. Consensus among team members.
Problem solving done by the group.
Commitment to the project and the other team members.
Regular team meetings are effective and inclusive.
Timely hand off from team members to others to ensure the
project keeps moving in
the right direction.
Positive, supportive working relationships among all team
members.
Teams that are not working effectively together will display the
characteristics listed below.
The team leader will need to be actively involved with such
teams. The sooner the team
leader addresses issues and helps the team move to a more
effective way of working
together, the more likely the project is to end successfully.
Lack of communication among team members.
No clear roles and responsibilities for team members.
Team members "throw work over the wall" to other team
members, with lack of
concern for timelines or work quality.
Team members work alone, rarely sharing information and
offering assistance.
Team members blame others for what goes wrong, no one
accepts responsibility.
Team members do not support others on the team.
Team members are frequently absent thereby causing slippage
in the timeline and
additional work for their team members.
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9. Example of a Team Moving Through the Five Stages
Background and Team Members
A team has been pulled together from various parts of a large
service organisation to work
on a new process improvement project that is needed to improve
how the company
manages and supports its client base. The team lead on this
project is Sandra from the
Chicago office who has 15 years experience as a project
manager/team lead managing
process improvement projects.
The other members of the team include:
Peter: 10 years experience on various types of projects,
expertise in scheduling and
budget control (office location: San Diego)
Sarah: 5 years experience as an individual contributor on
projects, strong programming
background, some experience developing databases (office
location: Chicago)
Mohammed: 8 years experience working on various projects,
expertise in earned value
management, stakeholder analysis and problem solving (office
location: New York)
Donna: 2 years experience as an individual contributor on
projects (office location: New
York)
Ameya: 7 years experience on process improvement projects,
background in
developing databases, expertise in earned value management
(office location: San
Diego)
10. Sandra has worked on projects with Sarah and Mohammed, but
has never worked with the
others. Donna has worked with Mohammed. No one else has
worked with other members of
this team. Sandra has been given a very tight deadline to get
this project completed.
Sandra has decided that it would be best if the team met face-to-
face initially, even though
they will be working virtually for the project. She has arranged
a meeting at the New York
office (company headquarters) for the entire team. They will
spend 2 days getting introduced
to each other and learning about the project.
The Initial Meeting (Stage 1: Forming)
The day of the face-to-face meeting in New York has arrived.
All team members are present.
The agenda includes:
Personal introductions.
Team building exercises.
Information about the process improvement project.
Discussion around team roles and responsibilities.
Discussion around team norms for working together.
Introduction on how to use the SharePoint site that will be used
for this project to share
ideas, brainstorm, store project documentation, etc.
The team members are very excited to meet each other. Each of
them has heard of one
another, although they have not worked together as a team
before. They believe they each
bring value to this project. The team building exercises have
gone well; everyone
11. participated and seemed to enjoy the exercises. While there was
some discussion around
roles and responsibilities - with team members vying for "key"
positions on the team -
overall there was agreement on what needed to get done and
who was responsible for
particular components of the project.
The onsite meeting is going well. The team members are getting
to know each other and
have been discussing their personal lives outside of work -
hobbies, family, etc. Sandra is
thinking that this is a great sign that they will get along well -
they are engaged with each
other and genuinely seem to like each other!
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The Project Work Begins (Stage 2: Storming)
The team members have gone back to their home offices and are
beginning work on their
project. They are interacting via the SharePoint site and the
project is off to a good start.
And then the arguments begin.
Peter has put up the project schedule based on conversations
with only Mohammed and
Ameya on the team. Donna and Sarah feel as if their input to the
schedule was not
considered. They believe because they are more junior on the
team, Peter has completely
disregarded their concerns about the timeline for the project.
They challenged Peter's
12. schedule, stating that it was impossible to achieve and was
setting up the team for failure. At
the same time, Sarah was arguing with Ameya over who should
lead the database design
and development effort for this project. While Sarah
acknowledges that Ameya has a few
years more experience than she does in database development,
she only agreed to be on
this project in order to take a lead role and develop her skills
further so she could advance at
the company. If she knew Ameya was going to be the lead she
wouldn't have bothered
joining this project team. Additionally, Mohammed appears to
be off and running on his own,
not keeping the others apprised of progress nor keeping his
information up to date on the
SharePoint site. No one really knows what he has been working
on or how much progress is
being made.
Sandra had initially taken a side role during these exchanges,
hoping that the team would
work it out for themselves. However, she understands from past
experience managing many
project teams that it is important for her to take control and
guide the team through this
difficult time. She convenes all of the team members for a
virtual meeting to reiterate their
roles and responsibilities (which were agreed to in the kick-off
meeting) and to ensure that
they understand the goals and objectives of the project. She
made some decisions since the
team couldn't come to agreement. She determined that Ameya
would lead the database
development design component of the project, working closely
with Sarah so she can
13. develop further experience in this area. She reviewed the
schedule that Peter created with
the team, making adjustments where necessary to address the
concerns of Donna and
Sarah. She reminded Mohammed that this is a team effort and
he needs to work closely with
the others on the team.
During the virtual meeting session, Sandra referred back to the
ground rules the team set in
their face-to-face meeting and worked with the team to ensure
that there was a plan in place
for how decisions are made on the team and who has
responsibility for making decisions.
Over the next few weeks, Sandra noticed that
arguments/disagreements were at a minimum
and when they did occur, they were worked out quickly, by the
team, without her
involvement being necessary. Still, she monitored how things
were going and held regular
virtual meetings to ensure the team was moving in the right
direction. On a monthly basis,
Sandra brings the team together for a face-to-face meeting. As
the working relationships of
the team members started improving, Sandra started seeing
significant progress on the
project.
All is Going Smoothly (Stage 3: Norming)
The team has now been working together for nearly 3 months.
There is definitely a sense of
teamwork among the group. There are few arguments and
disagreements that can't be
resolved among the team. They support each other on the
14. project - problem solving issues,
making decisions as a team, sharing information and ensuring
that the ground rules put in
place for the team are followed.
Additionally, the team members are helping each other to grow
and develop their skills. For
example, Ameya has worked closely with Sarah to teach her
many of the skills he has
learned in database design and development and she has been
able to take the lead on
accomplishing some of the components of their aspect of the
project.
Overall, the team members are becoming friends. They enjoy
each other's company - both
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while working on the project and after hours via communicating
on email, via instant
messaging, on Twitter, or over the telephone.
Significant Progress is Made! (Stage 4: Performing)
The team is now considered a "high performing team." It wasn't
easy getting to this stage
but they made it! They are working effectively as a group -
supporting each other and relying
on the group as a whole to make decisions on the project. They
can brainstorm effectively to
solve problems and are highly motivated to reach the end goal
as a group. When there is
conflict on the team - such as a disagreement on how to go
15. about accomplishing a task - the
group is able to work it out on their own without relying on the
team leader to intervene and
make decisions for them. The more junior members - Donna and
Sarah - have really
developed their skills with the support and help of the others.
They have taken on leadership
roles for some components of the project.
Sandra checks in with the team - praising them for their hard
work and their progress. The
team celebrates the milestones reached along the way. When
necessary, Sandra provides a
link from the team to the executives for decisions that need to
come from higher up or when
additional support is needed.
The project is on time and within budget. Milestones are being
met - some are even ahead of
schedule. The team is pleased with how well the project is
going along, as is Sandra and the
executives of the organisation.
Time to Wrap Up (Stage 5: Adjourning)
The project has ended. It was a huge success! The internal
customer is pleased and there is
definitely an improvement in how the company supports its
clients. It has been a great 8
months working together...with some ups and downs of course.
Each of the individuals on
the project will be moving to other projects within the
organisation, but no one is going to be
on the same project. They will miss working with each other but
have vowed to remain
friends and keep in touch on a personal level - hopefully to
16. work together again soon!
The team has gotten together in the New York office to discuss
the project, including
documenting best practices and discussing what worked
effectively and what they would
improve upon given the chance to do it again. Sandra has taken
the team out to dinner.
They are joined by the project sponsor and some other
executives who are extremely
pleased with the end result.
The End!
This is a simplistic view of a team working through the five
stages of team development. I
hope it provides some benefit to you.
Remember that at any time this team could revert back to a
previous stage. Let's assume
that another individual joins the team - the team will revert back
to the "forming" stage as
they learn how to work with the new team member;
reestablishing team guidelines, finding
their way again, and learning how to work cohesively as a team.
Or, let's assume that
Mohammed slips back into his old ways of keeping to himself
and not sharing information
with the team - this may cause the team to revert back to the
"storming" stage.
Summary
It is important to remember that every team - regardless of what
the team is working on -
will follow these stages of team development. It is the job of
17. the team leader to help see the
team through these stages; to bring them to the point where they
are working as effectively
as possible toward a common goal.
References:
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The Team Handbook, 3rd Edition (Scholtes, Joiner, Streibel),
Publisher: Oriel
Managing the Project Team (Vijay Verma), Publisher: PMI
Gina Abudi has over 15 years consulting experience in a variety
of areas, including project
management, process management, leadership development,
succession planning, high
potential programmes, talent optimisation and development of
strategic learning and
development programmes. She is Partner/VP Strategic
Solution
s at Peak Performance
Group, Inc. in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Gina blogs at
www.GinaAbudi.com. She has
been honoured by PMI as one of the Power 50 and has served as
Chair of PMI's Global
Corporate Council Leadership Team. She has presented at