What makes an effective team? Scholars explore the question with fun teambuilding activities. Additionally, they learn about the common characteristics of effective teams. Pupils also participate in a think-pair-share to understand the similarities and differences between groups and teams.

Concepts

teams, teamwork, teambuilding

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Have students brainstorm examples of teams in society
• Ask pupils to create graphics that illustrate Tuckman's team development model

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson one of three from the Personal and Social Development module

Pros

• Includes links to additional references
• Provides essential questions, key understandings, and a specific learning outcome

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.11-12.1