Module 29- Developing effective project teams

Question 1

stages of team development

Answer 1

• forming
• storming
• norming
• performing
• adjourning

Question 2

forming

Answer 2

Often, no one really knows much about anyone else on the team.It is a time of introduction and forming relationships and understanding from the exchange of information.

Question 3

Storming

Answer 3

Team members are beginning to learn about each other, but they do not yet understand how to work together.The dynamics of working together beyond any written statement of “roles and responsibilities” are being established. Personalities surface, showing the strengths, weaknesses, and personal needs of each individual on the team. Integration into a team may come with some struggle and conflict.

Question 4

Norming

Answer 4

Working relationships are beginning to form. Trust and understanding is beginning to form among team members. They are beginning to feel comfortable working together and openly and willingly sharing information.

Question 5

Performing

Answer 5

Team members are fully comfortable working together. Trust has been developed. Working relationships have jelled. Work is being conducted and project progress is occurring.

Question 6

Adjourning

Answer 6

This only occurs when all the team’s work has been completed and the team is no longer required. This may occur at any time in the project life cycle.

Question 7

Colocated teams

Answer 7

involves team members physically working at the same location or holding project meetings together in a common setup. This tends to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of working relationships and improves communication and productivity.