Teamwork in Action

Kathy Guerra

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Teamwork in Action

Improve group project dynamics

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' ability to work effectively in groups, a crucial skill for school projects and beyond. By engaging in a structured discussion, watching a video, and participating in a collaborative activity, students will learn to communicate, delegate tasks, and support each other in a team setting. This lesson is important as it fosters essential social skills and prepares students for future collaborative endeavors.

Audience

18 7th graders

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Project-Based Learning, Active Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Group Activity Instructions, Post-it Notes, Markers, and Video: 4 Things All Great Listeners Know

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Begin with a brief introduction about the importance of teamwork in school projects.
Explain the objectives of the lesson: to improve group dynamics and collaboration skills.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 minutes

Show the video 4 Things All Great Listeners Know.
Ask students to note down key points about effective listening and empathy.

Step 3

Discussion

10 minutes

Use the Discussion Questions to guide a conversation about past experiences in group work.
Encourage students to share what worked well and what challenges they faced.
Discuss strategies for effective communication and task delegation.

Step 4

Group Activity

5 minutes

Divide students into small groups and provide each group with Group Activity Instructions.
Assign a simple project task that requires collaboration, such as building a tower with post-it notes and markers.
Encourage students to apply the strategies discussed earlier.

Step 5

Closure

5 minutes

Gather students and ask each group to share their experience and what they learned.
Highlight key takeaways about teamwork and how they can apply these skills in future projects.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a discussion on group work experiences and strategies for improvement.

What are some challenges you have faced in group projects?

Encourage students to think about specific instances and how they felt during those times.

What strategies have you used to overcome these challenges?

Guide students to share successful strategies and discuss why they worked.

How can we ensure everyone in a group feels included and valued?

Discuss the importance of communication, listening, and respecting diverse opinions.

Worksheet

Group Activity Instructions

Instructions for a collaborative activity to practice teamwork skills.

Build the tallest tower possible using only post-it notes and markers.

Focus on communication and task delegation within your group.

Reflect on your group's process. What worked well? What could be improved?

Consider how the group communicated and made decisions.