Conditional Outdoor Leadership Theory

Question 1

What does GLIDE stand for?

Answer 1

Group unity
Leader proficiency
Individual competence
Decision consequences
Environmental dangers

Question 2

Describe low favorability

Using the factors from GLIDE

Answer 2

Group morale is low, leader lacks competence, individuals have low ability / motivation levels, consequences are serious, environmental dangers are extreme

Question 3

Describe moderate favorability

Using the factors from GLIDE

Answer 3

Group is functioning reasonably well, leader is self-aware and proficient enough, individuals are reasonably competent & responsible, decisions consequences are acceptable, environmental dangers are acceptable

Question 4

Describe high favorability

Using the factors from GLIDE

Answer 4

Group morale is high, leader is proficient, individuals are keen and competent, decision consequences are minor, environmental dangers are minimal