The size, quality, and strength of a team depends on the individual contributions of each team member. Teamwork is developed, nurtured, and encouraged in all facets of the team activities. Leadership plays a crucial role in moving toward the desired direction.

1. Differentiate between a group and a team.

2. Research the Ringelmann Effect. How does it contribute to our modern-day understanding of team dynamic?

3. Discuss the characteristics of a highly effective team.

4. What are some of the barriers to teamwork?

Your Discussion posts should be a minimum of 250 words in length and not more than 750 words. Use APA citations and references for the textbook and any other sources used.

In the discussion forum, you are expected to participate often and engage in deep levels of discourse.  Please post your initial response as early as possible and continue to participate throughout the unit. You are required to post an initial response to the question/issue presented in the Forum and then respond to at least 3 of your classmates’ initial posts.  You should also respond to anyone who has responded to you.