Why is it important to use teams in PBL?
It is important for the use of teams in PBL because it gives the opportunity for students to be able to communicate and interact with others. This is helpful in preparing students for the real world where it is required for most careers to interact and communicate with others. It will strengthen their team work skills and help them to work well with others.
What are some of the problems you see in student teams?
For the pandas, the only problems we've had is the availability of each group member. There are times when not all members are able to meet but other than that, we have an awesome team. In other teams I have seen lack of communication as one of the keys to why teams don't work well together.
What strategies can you use to manage conflict in student teams?
I feel that prevention from the beginning is important. Teachers should make the assignment and roles of each team member clear to all students. If students understand that their roles are vital to the group and how the task gets completed, it will help the group to work well together and bring a end product that is of great quality.
Another strategy is assigning specific roles for each team member, if the team members know what they are suppose to do and contribute, the task will be well organized and this way everyone contributes.
Communication I feel is the key to a successful team. I've experienced this with the pandas and I think it really works well for everyone when each team member is able to communicate with everyone. If one has a problem or questions, communicate it with the team members. A good team will be open and understanding and willingly available to address any concerns and help out each other.
Did the group have any questions or problems this week?
No problems or questions this week.
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