There were 8 members in our group. Working on the project we went through all the steps in the planning process. I think it comes intuitively.
First, we defined our goal, which was to drop the egg from 10 feet and not to break it.
Our Objective was to make such a structure out of tape and straws which will allow this n(our goal) to happen.
We had several alternative strategies which were presented by different group members. We had 3 legible plans for action. After evaluating all three of them we determined their strengths and weaknesses. One of the three was to break the egg and take out the yolk. This idea was rejected by the professor.
During the last period we analyzed the alternatives and came to the conclusion that we should use a synthesis of the two.
We implemented the plan successfully and reached our goal.
Team’s ultimate performance was effective. However, with better division of labor, we could have completed the task quicker and more efficient.
It occurred to me that one member of our group was not engaged.
On my part, I did not try to engage her in the process either. Possibly, she could have contributed to the team and benefited from the game herself.
One more time, great experience and great work team!!!
Great post! The ability to motivate others who seem disinterested when in a group setting is a character asset which I also have not yet fully grasped.
ReplyDeleteI can definitely agree with you on the fact that it is often a unwanted task to get an un-motivated person to get with the program. The best way in my experience, was to give that person designated simple tasks.
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