EDUC 1240 Final Team Project….”DRAGON’s DEN” Marks – Weight 15% In this final assignment, you will be working as part of a team to complete a task based on your group/team selected activity. I will be explaining the assignment in detail in this class and groups will be established so attendance is highly recommended! The activity will require you to use your ss and knowledge of Group Dynamics to “pitch and present an idea that may be considered a professional development idea in your future workplace” IT IS MORE ABOUT THE PROCESS THAN THE PRODUCT! IF YOU HAVE A PRODUCT TO SHOW DURING THE PRESENTATION IT OFTEN SELLS THE IDEA MORE EASILY…DO NOT SPEND MONEY …I AM MORE INTERESTED IN THE IDEA! DO NOT ACTUALLY FOLLOW THROUGH WITH THE IDEA AS IT IS NOT REQUIRED! Please pre-read the article under course announcements titled “Group Dynamics” and “Team Dynamics / Tuckman” links for Friday August 4, class discussion. You will be asked to eventually form groups of 3-4 students. Within the teams, students are to plan and present an activity based on the principles of team building and personal development in the work place as governed by the professional objectives of the workplace. (see below) The project needs to be organized and presented in the following way under the timelines provided. All students in the group must contribute and participate equally in this activity. Please let the professor know if there are issues as early as possible. PART A DUE: Aug. 4 by 2:30 Team Dynamics lecture / working as a team and your role in professional development Groups will be formed and topics discussed Work period for your group to establish the roles through Tuckman’s stages of group development Please tell the professor you topic choice for approval to move forward with the assignment ********** or in class today before 2:30. IF NOT APPROVED YOU CANNOT MOVE FORWARD! PART B DUE: Aug. 10 Prepare the TUCKMAN report to be submitted to the professor by the end of the day 2:30. This report will detail the 5 stages that your group worked through while preparing the presentation. Please report on each stage using the 5 subheadings: Tuckman's 5 stages of Group Development 1. Forming, 2. Storming, 3. Norming, 4. performing, 5. Adjourning (approx. 1 detailed paragraph each) Report the good and the bad. It is about the process! PART D Due: Aug. 10 Presentations; Time to “pitch your idea to the class (Dragons!) Today!” A mark will be allotted by the professor based on the submission of requested documentation, and professionalism throughout the process (see below). Groups are being marked on their professional work ss and contribution to the group process. The individuals within the group will also evaluate their peers and self as part of the process. Part C DUE: Aug. 10 Professional Objectives Report Please choose 3 subheadings to base your report on taken from the Professional Objectives below and tell specifically how your group met these goals while completing this project 1. submitted documentation, individual or group communications, observations and or feedback pertaining to the use of these employability ss during this project 2. Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the ience. 3. Use a variety of thinking ss to anticipate and solve problems. 4. Show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others. 5. Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals. 6. Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects. 7. Take responsibility for one’s own actions, decisions, and consequences. Individual Mark: 30 marks total /15% In class participation and team activity/topic selection (3) Aug. 4 Tuckman Report(5) Aug. 10 Professional Objectives report (3) Aug. 10 Self-reflection and peer evaluation chart provided in class(4) Aug. 10 Professor evaluation of activity, presentation and process(15) Aug. 10 See class notes for suggested topics or think up your own! DRAGON’S DEN FINAL GROUP PROJECT TOPICS As part of your role in the upcoming workplace, you will be asked to participate on many levels outside of working specifically with someone you support. Suggested topics for presentation group project: Marketing the program: t-shirts, hoodies, open house, to a target group Supporting a cause specific to your work place: habitat for humanity, fundraiser, theme day Team building activities: build a boat, make a flag, logo, social club Workshop: promote an idea Guest speaker: bring in an expert Social media: set up a website, Facebook page, TV or radio ad Advertise: write a song, jingle Build relationships: with another agency, school, your community Fundraiser: set up a booth, bake sale Committee participation: Health and safety These are only some ideas…Take one and run! YOU are portfolio building and team building within your workplace