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ODL-672 Group Dynamics: Effective Teams and Group Development

4 semester credits


This course focuses on group dynamics and the impact of collaborative working teams. Elements of an effective team in various situations is discussed, such as mergers and acquisitions or inter-organizational projects. Students examine how work gets done in virtual or geographically dispersed teams, including the impact of web technologies on group potential, performance, and learning. By simultaneously studying and participating in a group, students gain an understanding of group processes and how to facilitate and collaborate with groups online and face-to-face.
Pre-requisites: ODL-670  or ODL-671 .
Delivery Method: Online
Grading Default: Letter
Learning Outcome(s):  

Students will be able to:

  • Observe both the process of and content in a group.
  • Recognize group and team interactions that matter, including the signs that a group is off-track, and respond constructively.
  • Explore models of group development and group dynamics.
  • Observe yourself in a group, recognize how you impact others, and manage your own behavior.



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