Work Well in Groups

by Diana Hopkins, Tom Reid

Overview

Being able to work in groups is an important skill to master at university – especially when you’re assessed on it. Learn how to master this key professional and life skill to become an effective team member.

• Build communication skills and get to know your team
• Define roles and workloads by playing to everyone’s strengths
• Resolve challenges so you can avoid conflict.

Super Quick Skills provides the essential building blocks you need to succeed at university - fast. Packed with practical, positive advice on core academic and life skills, you’ll discover focused tips and strategies to use straight away. Whether it’s writing great essays, understanding referencing or managing your wellbeing, find out how to build good habits and progress your skills throughout your studies.

• Learn core skills quickly
• Apply them right away and see results
• Succeed in your studies and in life

Super Quick Skills gives you the foundations you need to confidently navigate the ups and downs of university life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781529718973
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	04/02/2020
Series:	Super Quick Skills
Pages:	124
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 7.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Diana Hopkins is a linguist, teacher trainer, and author who has taught in higher education institutions across the world. Her book, Grammar for IELTS, has sold over 200,000 copies. She is now a Freelance Consultant, previously Course Leader in the Academic Skills Centre at The University of Bath, and a senior fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA).

Tom Reid is a Freelance Consultant, previously Course Leader in the Academic Skills Centre at The University of Bath. He is a management specialist, and has designed and directed academic skills programmes at universities including Kent at Canterbury and Bath Spa. He is a senior fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA).

Table of Contents

Why am I being asked to work in a group?
What should I do first?
How does my group decide who does what?
How can I become a good team member?
How do we make sure we work well as a group?
How do we keep on top of our project?
How do we avoid conflict?
What makes a good final product?