5 Strategies to Help You Manage Group Work

5 Strategies to Help You Manage Group Work EP 36: 5 Strategies to Help You Manage Group Work EP 36: 5 Strategies to Help You Manage Group Work Have you ever had challenging experiences with group work? Does the thought of group work frustrate you? This week on Episode 36 we discuss Tuckmans 5 Stages of Group work along with 4 other strategies to help you navigate the challenges of group work. Join the conversation! Looking for study tips, help with essay writing, or advice on how to be a better student? Welcome to The Homework Help Show, a weekly show where we teach, assist, and offer valuable insights for student life. From study hacks to writing tips, discussions about student mental health to step-by-step guides on academic writing and how to write a resume, weve got you covered. Want your questions answered? Write them below or join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #askHHG TRANSCRIPT: Cath Anne: [00:00:00] Hi guys and welcome back to our channel. My name is Cath Anne and this is the Homework Help Show, hosted by Homework Help Global. [00:00:15] This week on episode 36 we are talking about group work. Dun dun dun. [00:00:23] Group projects seem to be a necessary component of any university or college degree. Group projects are probably also one of the most dreaded things that happen in undergraduate or in college. Thats because it can be really difficult to work with people. I think everyone has probably had a negative experience with group work. There are many scenarios where group projects can turn out poorly and maybe youve had the same experience. However this week we wanted to discuss phases of group formation so that you can have a better sense of how to navigate challenges as they arise in a group setting, and we also wanted to give you five strategies that you can use to navigate challenges in group situations. [00:01:11] It is really important to learn how to collaborate and work with people. It is really a skill that you can use in your work life and bring with you when you. Move into your career. Its not something specific to university or college. Usually in group projects professors are looking for how well you can work with your team as opposed to what grade you can get. Although it might seem super frustrating at the time and annoying group projects can allow us to develop these skills and to take them with us long after our university degree. Another benefit of group work is that you get to work with different people you get to know different peoples perspectives. You get to take on the perspective of another person that may have a different culture or worldview than you do especially in bigger cities like Toronto or the US. I really believe that working in a group can allow you to navigate those differences and try to understand where people are coming from. It gives you an opport unity to explore different cultures and different ways of seeing things and really thats the reality we live in now especially if you live in Canada or even in the US, were becoming an increasingly diverse community and its important to learn to work with a variety of different people. If youre looking for more information and a deep dive into group work check out Episode 7, we go a little bit more in-depth into some of the scenarios you might encounter working in a group today. I hope to provide you with five strategies that can help you to manage your work. [00:02:55] The first strategy is be familiar with Tuckmans Five Stages of Development. Bruce Tuckman developed the five stages of development as a way to understand the different patterns that he was seeing in group work. Its helpful to know and to understand this model so you can work in groups more effectively. Lets talk about the five steps or the five stages in group formation. First we have forming. The forming stage happens when the group first meets each other are introduced to each other they share information about their backgrounds and their experiences their interests they learn about the project and they start to gain an understanding of where they will fit within the group and what role they will take on as the group begins to work together they move into what is called the storming stage. Unfortunately this state is unavoidable. Every group, most especially a new group that has never worked together before, will certainly encounter a storming stage. In this stage group members compete with each other for status and they look for acceptance from the others in the group. They have different opinions on what should be done and how it should be done. And these all present challenges in group formation. This stage will come to a closure when the group becomes more accepting of each other and learns how to work together towards a common goal. Third we have the norming stage when the team moves into the norming stage they are beginning to look beyond their individual goals and towards the bigger picture and the larger project. Theyre no longer focused on individual tasks but rather theyre focused on working together. Theyve developed processes and procedures that will help them to work towards larger goal. They respect each others opinions and they value each others differences. Fourth we have the performing stage. In the performing stage groups are highly effective. They focus on reaching the goal as a group. The team members have gotten to know each o ther. They work really cohesively. They trust and they rely on each other. Now I should mention that not every group is going to make it to the performing age they may just rest in the norming stage. And this is completely fine particularly in cases where you are working with people that are in your class and it is just a small group project. Finally we have the adjourning stage. In the adjourning stages the project has been completed and team members are looking to go their separate ways. This stage takes on a new perspective and looks at the team well-being rather than the individual project itself. At this stage you will have completed your project and you may want an opportunity to celebrate what youve done together. Its always important to remember that every team, every group regardless of what youre working on will follow these stages of development. Knowing the stages and understanding them will help you to navigate the different challenges you encounter. Itll help you to un derstand where you are in the group process and why some behaviors might be coming out. It will also help you to understand your own role within the group and the different processes that your group members are participating in. [00:06:24] Lets move on to tip number 2: designate a leader, productive workers and an editor. In every group you will want to have a leader. Youll want to have someone who can designate tasks and assign different roles. Second youll want people who can take on some of the work. Identify several people who are known to produce strong work and that dont mind that theyre not in charge. Finally identify someone who is good at proofreading and editing and tying things together. The main point here is to make sure that every member of the group has a role. Filling each one of these roles will help to streamline your project and make it much more effective. [00:07:11] Tip number 3: set clear deadlines as a group. This does not only mean the deadline that youre working towards for the end of your project. This also means setting many deadlines. Your group members may have schedule conflicts so setting these deadlines hold everyone accountable. Keep your group accountable to these goals and if you do you will be a lot more successful in mitigating last minute stress. [00:07:38] Tip number: 4 recognize when to meet and when to work individually. Because it is a group project you may think that you have to work together all the time. However this isnt true especially since we now have communication tools like Facebook and Skype and Facetime. We can communicate with each other all the time so we have a question we can shoot someone email or a message on Facebook. When youre working individually. Use the time to complete your individual tasks and once youve finished those individual tasks then come back together as a group. This is also true when you are meeting for a group project and the group meeting is just not going well and its not being productive anymore. If youre not finishing your tasks as a group when youre working together take a break and work on your individual goals and then come back together when all the work has been completed. [00:08:36] Finally, be honest. If you do not have your part done or if you didnt have time to complete your section before the deadline. Be honest with your group about it. This does not mean that you have failed to contribute. It means that you are being considerate of your group members time if you are causing distractions or falling behind. Admit it and address it to the group that also goes for. If youre feeling overwhelmed and youre feeling that. Youve taken on the brunt of the work. Make sure you talk to your group members about it. If you encounter these challenges and theyre are not received well by your group members you might also seek out the opportunity to speak to a facilitator like your professor to help you navigate these challenges. [00:09:24] Okay guys, that is it for me for this week. I hope that was of benefit. I hope these tips help you to navigate the challenges of working in a group. If you liked this video and found it helpful, make sure to give it a thumbs up and subscribe to our channel. If youre interested in seeing more of our content. All of our social media platforms are linked in the description box below and as always if you have any questions please feel free to leave them in the comments section below. We would love to hear from you. 5 Strategies to Help You Manage Group Work EP 36: 5 Strategies to Help You Manage Group Work EP 36: 5 Strategies to Help You Manage Group Work Have you ever had challenging experiences with group work? Does the thought of group work frustrate you? This week on Episode 36 we discuss Tuckmans 5 Stages of Group work along with 4 other strategies to help you navigate the challenges of group work. Join the conversation! Looking for study tips, help with essay writing, or advice on how to be a better student? Welcome to The Homework Help Show, a weekly show where we teach, assist, and offer valuable insights for student life. From study hacks to writing tips, discussions about student mental health to step-by-step guides on academic writing and how to write a resume, weve got you covered. Want your questions answered? Write them below or join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #askHHG TRANSCRIPT: Cath Anne: [00:00:00] Hi guys and welcome back to our channel. My name is Cath Anne and this is the Homework Help Show, hosted by Homework Help Global. [00:00:15] This week on episode 36 we are talking about group work. Dun dun dun. [00:00:23] Group projects seem to be a necessary component of any university or college degree. Group projects are probably also one of the most dreaded things that happen in undergraduate or in college. Thats because it can be really difficult to work with people. I think everyone has probably had a negative experience with group work. There are many scenarios where group projects can turn out poorly and maybe youve had the same experience. However this week we wanted to discuss phases of group formation so that you can have a better sense of how to navigate challenges as they arise in a group setting, and we also wanted to give you five strategies that you can use to navigate challenges in group situations. [00:01:11] It is really important to learn how to collaborate and work with people. It is really a skill that you can use in your work life and bring with you when you. Move into your career. Its not something specific to university or college. Usually in group projects professors are looking for how well you can work with your team as opposed to what grade you can get. Although it might seem super frustrating at the time and annoying group projects can allow us to develop these skills and to take them with us long after our university degree. Another benefit of group work is that you get to work with different people you get to know different peoples perspectives. You get to take on the perspective of another person that may have a different culture or worldview than you do especially in bigger cities like Toronto or the US. I really believe that working in a group can allow you to navigate those differences and try to understand where people are coming from. It gives you an opport unity to explore different cultures and different ways of seeing things and really thats the reality we live in now especially if you live in Canada or even in the US, were becoming an increasingly diverse community and its important to learn to work with a variety of different people. If youre looking for more information and a deep dive into group work check out Episode 7, we go a little bit more in-depth into some of the scenarios you might encounter working in a group today. I hope to provide you with five strategies that can help you to manage your work. [00:02:55] The first strategy is be familiar with Tuckmans Five Stages of Development. Bruce Tuckman developed the five stages of development as a way to understand the different patterns that he was seeing in group work. Its helpful to know and to understand this model so you can work in groups more effectively. Lets talk about the five steps or the five stages in group formation. First we have forming. The forming stage happens when the group first meets each other are introduced to each other they share information about their backgrounds and their experiences their interests they learn about the project and they start to gain an understanding of where they will fit within the group and what role they will take on as the group begins to work together they move into what is called the storming stage. Unfortunately this state is unavoidable. Every group, most especially a new group that has never worked together before, will certainly encounter a storming stage. In this stage group members compete with each other for status and they look for acceptance from the others in the group. They have different opinions on what should be done and how it should be done. And these all present challenges in group formation. This stage will come to a closure when the group becomes more accepting of each other and learns how to work together towards a common goal. Third we have the norming stage when the team moves into the norming stage they are beginning to look beyond their individual goals and towards the bigger picture and the larger project. Theyre no longer focused on individual tasks but rather theyre focused on working together. Theyve developed processes and procedures that will help them to work towards larger goal. They respect each others opinions and they value each others differences. Fourth we have the performing stage. In the performing stage groups are highly effective. They focus on reaching the goal as a group. The team members have gotten to know each o ther. They work really cohesively. They trust and they rely on each other. Now I should mention that not every group is going to make it to the performing age they may just rest in the norming stage. And this is completely fine particularly in cases where you are working with people that are in your class and it is just a small group project. Finally we have the adjourning stage. In the adjourning stages the project has been completed and team members are looking to go their separate ways. This stage takes on a new perspective and looks at the team well-being rather than the individual project itself. At this stage you will have completed your project and you may want an opportunity to celebrate what youve done together. Its always important to remember that every team, every group regardless of what youre working on will follow these stages of development. Knowing the stages and understanding them will help you to navigate the different challenges you encounter. Itll help you to un derstand where you are in the group process and why some behaviors might be coming out. It will also help you to understand your own role within the group and the different processes that your group members are participating in. [00:06:24] Lets move on to tip number 2: designate a leader, productive workers and an editor. In every group you will want to have a leader. Youll want to have someone who can designate tasks and assign different roles. Second youll want people who can take on some of the work. Identify several people who are known to produce strong work and that dont mind that theyre not in charge. Finally identify someone who is good at proofreading and editing and tying things together. The main point here is to make sure that every member of the group has a role. Filling each one of these roles will help to streamline your project and make it much more effective. [00:07:11] Tip number 3: set clear deadlines as a group. This does not only mean the deadline that youre working towards for the end of your project. This also means setting many deadlines. Your group members may have schedule conflicts so setting these deadlines hold everyone accountable. Keep your group accountable to these goals and if you do you will be a lot more successful in mitigating last minute stress. [00:07:38] Tip number: 4 recognize when to meet and when to work individually. Because it is a group project you may think that you have to work together all the time. However this isnt true especially since we now have communication tools like Facebook and Skype and Facetime. We can communicate with each other all the time so we have a question we can shoot someone email or a message on Facebook. When youre working individually. Use the time to complete your individual tasks and once youve finished those individual tasks then come back together as a group. This is also true when you are meeting for a group project and the group meeting is just not going well and its not being productive anymore. If youre not finishing your tasks as a group when youre working together take a break and work on your individual goals and then come back together when all the work has been completed. [00:08:36] Finally, be honest. If you do not have your part done or if you didnt have time to complete your section before the deadline. Be honest with your group about it. This does not mean that you have failed to contribute. It means that you are being considerate of your group members time if you are causing distractions or falling behind. Admit it and address it to the group that also goes for. If youre feeling overwhelmed and youre feeling that. Youve taken on the brunt of the work. Make sure you talk to your group members about it. If you encounter these challenges and theyre are not received well by your group members you might also seek out the opportunity to speak to a facilitator like your professor to help you navigate these challenges. [00:09:24] Okay guys, that is it for me for this week. I hope that was of benefit. I hope these tips help you to navigate the challenges of working in a group. If you liked this video and found it helpful, make sure to give it a thumbs up and subscribe to our channel. If youre interested in seeing more of our content. All of our social media platforms are linked in the description box below and as always if you have any questions please feel free to leave them in the comments section below. We would love to hear from you.

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Remember the name Ryan Prebble. If this extraordinarily deep, soulful and sublime debut album is a guide,youll be hearing lots more from this New Zealandsinger-songwriter. Prebble certainly has the pedigree to achieve greatthings hes the brother of the accomplished producer Lee(Black Seeds, Phoenix Foundation, Fly My Pretties, Fat Freddys etal) and well-immersed in the Capitol mafia that has dominated NewZealand music for the past few years and in â€Å"Fruits† thistalent is undoubtedly played out. Opening with thetheremin-induced weirdness of â€Å"Escaping the Blue,† the albumdrifts like a paddle through the mysterious eddies of a Louisiana swamp;it is a soulful, mournful and atmospheric collection of bluegrass, bluesand pop-folk enveloped in introspection. Prebbles searching voiceis impressive, as is his playing, and nestled in tight production. What impresses me most about â€Å"Fruits† is itscompleteness. Each track commands attention, yet does not demand it; oneis drawn to listen to the entire album. We will write a custom essay sample on Ryan Prebble â€Å"Fruits† or any similar topic specifically for you Do Not WasteYour Time HIRE WRITER Only 13.90 / page Subsequently, its hard topick favorites from this bunch, but if pushed, the mid-album trilogy ofthe smoky blues â€Å"Sun in Your Eyes,† upbeat hillbilly dittyâ€Å"Coming Along,† and the acoustic title track are strongcontenders. Moody, brooding and magnificent, these â€Å"Fruits†deserve to be picked.

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Fraternitys essays Hummer, Robert and Patricia Yancey Martin. Fraternities and Rape on Campus. Gender and Society December 1989: 457-473. The goal of this research was to analyze the group and organization practices that create in fraternities an abusive social context for women (Hummer 1989). Hummer and Martin examined fraternity dynamics associated with a main focus on rape and sexual coercion of women in fraternities. The researchers work centers on a case study of an alleged gang rape at Florida State University. They claim fraternities are not only the physical context, but also the social and cultural context that encourages the sexual coercion of women. The research implicates that fraternities create The gang rape involved four men and one eighteen year old girl. When the victim was discovered her blood alcohol content was .349. She had crude words and symbols on her thighs. The group rape took place on the third floor of a fraternity house. Hummer and Martin collected data by speaking with law enforcement officials. They also analyzed newspaper articles, conducted open-ended interviews with judges, public attorneys and many people regarding the processing of sexual assault cases. The data that was collected showed that fraternity members are mainly concerned with their masculinity. The researchers portray fraternity members as being dominant, competitive, drinking alcohol and treating women as sexual objects. For some reason not all women seem to care, they even help attract new members to these fraternities. When new members see these women they think that if they are part of this fraternity that they will have sex with them. These women, are called the little sisters, they cant be too confident with themselves to get into positions dealing with fraternities. The strategy that researchers have discovered is the individual strategy; that includes ...

How AI programs can overcome hiring bias

How AI programs can overcome hiring bias As the adage goes, â€Å"to err is human.† Mistakes and bias are built into the human condition. We can try our very best to maintain objectivity, but more often than not we allow personal biases to creep into our everyday decision making. While most of the time these biases are harmless, this can become a huge problem when your job is hiring people. Hiring bias is, unfortunately, a  real product of the human condition. Something as seemingly innocent as setting up an interview with a candidate just based off the fact that they attended the same high school, or more seriously, refusing someone based off their race or gender, can be problematic- especially in HR. So how can we as professionals prevent this sort of thing from happening? The solution could just be taking the human aspect out of the equation altogether. Artificial intelligence (AI) can eliminate unwanted bias during the hiring process. Originally appearing in an article posted on PandoLogic’s blog,  her e are some ways AI can erase hiring bias.Prevent hiring discrimination danger zonesAI works off data, meaning you still have the power to crunch the numbers. If you’re worried about bias creeping in, you can set the program to exclude metrics that indicate age, race, or gender. This leaves you with only the pertinent  information: experience, skills, capabilities, etc.According to a recent meta-study compiled by PNAS, hiring discrimination remains mostly unchanged over the past 25 years. Minorities continue to receive 30-50% fewer callbacks than their white counterparts. By and large, fewer callbacks mean fewer offers for Latinx and African-American candidates. No matter how qualified these candidates are on paper, they’re just not being considered as often. As alarming as these stats seem, we do have the means with which to combat the debilitating bias some people face. AI can make sure these candidates don’t fall through the cracks and are considered for qua lified positions.Set up guidelinesWe’ve all had that one boss that would drill standards and protocols into our brains until we could recite them in our sleep. As helpful as that was, living in the 21st century definitely has its perks. Just make tech do it!hbspt.cta.load(2785852, '9e52c197-5b5b-45e6-af34-d56403f973c5', {});You can quickly tell a program to follow specific guidelines and guarantee it will listen better than an intern. Let’s say you want to make sure you and your team follow the Equal Employment Opportunity  Commission (EEOC) guidelines. With an AI program, you can easily enter EEOC values to process applications. The result is a batch of qualified candidates that hit all the marks and follow all the rules.Streamline the interview processThe interview is still one of the most essential aspects of the hiring process. A face-to-face conversation remains a time-tested standard for hiring teams. If you’re a veteran interviewer, then you are keenly aware of the question-related pitfalls to avoid. But can you say the same for the rest of your team? This is where AI can jump in to help.You’ve screened your candidate using AI; now it’s your turn! AI programs like Ansaro  can allow you and your team to collaborate on proper, non-biased interview questions to ask against a grading system that you create. A pre-prepped interviewer can then grade candidates on a fairer scale.The interview may be a staple on the road to hiring, but how you prepare for one is evolving. Hiring discrimination has been a problem for decades across various industries and workplaces. Utilizing technological advancements to end this issue is exactly what tech should do: improve our lives for the better.