CSL CSL Team Building & Collaboration

Question 1

According to Tuckman's stages of group development, which stage comes immediately after 'forming'?

Accepted Answer

Storming

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Performing

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Norming

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Adjourning

Question 2

What is the primary benefit of diverse teams in a student leadership context?

Accepted Answer

A broader range of perspectives leads to more creative and effective solutions

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Faster decision-making due to fewer perspectives to consider

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Greater harmony because everyone thinks differently and never disagrees

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Reduced need for a facilitator or leader

Question 3

What does psychological safety mean in a student leader's team?

Accepted Answer

An environment where members feel safe to speak up, take risks, and make mistakes

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Ensuring the physical safety of all team members at events

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A team agreement to avoid all uncomfortable or sensitive topics

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Requiring a certified counselor to be present at all meetings

Question 4

Which leadership action best supports a high-performing team?

Accepted Answer

Clearly defining roles, fostering open communication, and recognizing contributions

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Making all decisions independently to maintain consistency

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Assigning extra tasks to the strongest team members at all times

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Keeping team goals private to prevent complacency

Question 5

What is the role of a team charter in student leadership?

Accepted Answer

A shared agreement outlining the team's goals, norms, roles, and decision-making processes

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A legal document that limits member liability

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A form that registers the team with the school administration

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A list of consequences for members who miss meetings

Question 6

How should a student leader respond when a team member consistently dominates group discussions?

Accepted Answer

Implement facilitation techniques to ensure all voices are heard equally

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Remove the member from the team immediately

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Allow it to continue to leverage that member's enthusiasm

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Ask the member to prepare all future presentations alone