Sticks n' Stones... Improving Group Dynamics Through the Use of Cooperative and Leadership Games - an Integrated Approach

Sticks n' Stones... Improving Group Dynamics Through the Use of Cooperative and Leadership Games - an Integrated Approach
Author: Sandra Lauer
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 238
Release: 2014-04-08
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1483405567

An action research project that includes an instructional model with activities. On a small scale, this work explored the variables which were contributing to a complete shutdown of a 5th grade class toward another member creating a marginalization of that child. Using a three phase, interdisciplinary strategy, this class was coached on interpersonal skills in the classroom with journal writing and participated in supportive physical education activities. The objective of this study was to develop an interdisciplinary educational program with a global perspective designed to help increase awareness of self and others, provide for the development of effective communication and listening skills, encourage the use of critical thinking and promote the development of leadership abilities through the use of cooperative and small group activities, role playing and journal writing.

Group Dynamics for Teams

Group Dynamics for Teams
Author: Daniel Levi
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 393
Release: 2010-04-28
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1412977622

Grounded in psychological research but with a very practical focus on organizational behaviour issues, this book explains the basic psychological concepts of group dynamics with a focus on their application with teams in the workplace. The book begins with an overview of how teams are being used in the workplace and the factors that relate to team success. It goes on to examine basic topics such as goals, norms, cooperation, and communication while reviewing the main challenges teams face, including conflict, decision making, problem solving, creativity, and valuing diversity. The final section analyzes the use of teams in the workplace, including the impact of organizational culture, technological support for teams, differences among types of work teams, team building, and team evaluation and reward.

Enhancing the Effectiveness of Team Science

Enhancing the Effectiveness of Team Science
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 255
Release: 2015-07-15
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0309316855

The past half-century has witnessed a dramatic increase in the scale and complexity of scientific research. The growing scale of science has been accompanied by a shift toward collaborative research, referred to as "team science." Scientific research is increasingly conducted by small teams and larger groups rather than individual investigators, but the challenges of collaboration can slow these teams' progress in achieving their scientific goals. How does a team-based approach work, and how can universities and research institutions support teams? Enhancing the Effectiveness of Team Science synthesizes and integrates the available research to provide guidance on assembling the science team; leadership, education and professional development for science teams and groups. It also examines institutional and organizational structures and policies to support science teams and identifies areas where further research is needed to help science teams and groups achieve their scientific and translational goals. This report offers major public policy recommendations for science research agencies and policymakers, as well as recommendations for individual scientists, disciplinary associations, and research universities. Enhancing the Effectiveness of Team Science will be of interest to university research administrators, team science leaders, science faculty, and graduate and postdoctoral students.

Leadership Results

Leadership Results
Author: Sebastian Salicru
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 267
Release: 2017-08-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0730345475

A model for developing the leaders and delivering the leadership results the world needs Leadership Results explores the fall of traditional leadership thinking and the struggling multibillion dollar leadership development industry that is failing to deliver results, and explains the mindset, skills, ways of being and methods that will get results in the new context and evolving paradigm. The Leadership Results model is practical and predictive, providing a way forward for companies seeking to build sustainable leadership capacity, develop individual leaders, boost employee engagement and deliver breakthrough results through shared and collective leadership. Actionable steps guide you through the process of evolving leadership culture to see increased productivity, growth opportunities and ensured profitability borne on a culture of trust, collaboration, fairness and a commitment to innovation and real prosperity. Expert analysis debunks pervasive myths and assumptions surrounding leadership, employee engagement, and talent development, while demystifying the role technology plays in innovation and progress. Leaders, coaches, trainers, OD practitioners, change agents, and students will find insightful guidance, thought-provoking discussion and illustrative case studies that will help them: Rethink leadership to make a stronger impact Take bold action to change the status quo Marry strategic and innovation leadership into a force for real change Stop making the same mistakes and start forging a new path forward From the heads of state on down, all levels of leadership are experiencing a rapid loss of trust and confidence — and the glaring absence of results that follows. Unethical business practices are costing more than five per cent of the global GDP every year; citizens around the world have lost faith in the public and private sectors; only 13% of employees are engaged at work — clearly, there is a severe lack of effective leadership. Leadership Results provides a practical way forward through this global quagmire, with a clear, actionable model for leadership that works.

Group Dynamics for Teams

Group Dynamics for Teams
Author: Daniel Levi
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2015-12-15
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1483378365

Incorporating the latest research throughout, Daniel Levi’s Fifth Edition of Group Dynamics for Teams explains the basic psychological concepts of group dynamics, focusing on their application with teams in the workplace. Grounded in psychology research and a practical focus on organizational behavior issues, this engaging book helps readers understand and more effectively participate in teams.

Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures

Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures
Author: Spencer Kagan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Cooperativeness in children
ISBN: 9781933445281

The Big Picture in a MiniBook! Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures have revolutionized the way tens of thousands of teachers teach. Students achieve remarkable academic gains and acquire a range of social skills. Discipline problems disappear. And teaching and learning are fun! To good to be true? No. The data is in! This MiniBook reveals the secret to success. With no change in your curriculum, and with no specials materials, you will transform your class and your career. It is easy! Read this MiniBook and join the instructional revolution.

Everyone Wins - 3rd Edition

Everyone Wins - 3rd Edition
Author: Ba Luvmour
Publisher: New Society Publishers
Total Pages: 135
Release: 2019-04-23
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1771422912

Over 25,000 copies sold — promote optimal well-being and social justice through 170+ games and activities for all ages At this critical point of human evolution, we want our children to have the ability to resolve conflict, communicate positively, build social skills, and increase self-esteem so that they may actualize their potential and live in well-being. The highly sought-after 3rd edition of the best-selling, Parent Choice Award-winning book Everyone Wins: Cooperative Games and Activities for All Ages features over 170 well-designed cooperative games and activities. Developmentally appropriate and indexed according to age level, group size, activity level, and location, Everyone Wins offers great value through evaluating interpersonal dynamics, teaching social justice, and assessing development capacities. By popular request, new features include: Information on development and learning in children and youth New and updated games and activities An overview of Natural Learning Relationships for whole-child development Everyone Wins is an easy to use, quick reference guide for everyone who cares for and about children, education, and the actualization of social well-being in a diverse range of environments.

What Do I Do about the Kid Who--?

What Do I Do about the Kid Who--?
Author: Kathleen Gould Lundy
Publisher: Pembroke Publishers Limited
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2004
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1551381656

Presents strategies on ways to create a classroom environment that will motivate reluctant learners.