"Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much." - Helen Keller
Collaboration is a deeply human activity. When humans come together with a shared goal of solving a problem or creating some new innovation to make life better, it doesn't matter how alike or different their points of view might be; in fact, in true, intentional, sincerely meaningful collaboration, the more varied the viewpoints, THE BETTER!
We live in a divisive world right now where, unfortunately, groups of people often refuse to speak, listen, or even acknowledge each other. That is truly one of the greatest tragedies of our current time, and one that, if not addressed, can, in a best case scenario, keep us stuck where we are. In the worst case? It can destroy us from within.
Let's for the sake of clarity, deconstruct the term "collaboration." The prefix "col" (or com in some word constructions) comes from Latin and means "with, together, or jointly." When paired with "laborare," (to labor) it means "to labor with, together, or jointly." I personally like the idea of the meaning "labor together." Collaboration takes hard work--whether physical or intellectual--and those who have worked in collaborative groups know of what I am speaking here! It requires us to get over ourselves and be willing to open our minds to ideas that are not our own - ideas that maybe we never even thought of - to humble ourselves and be willing to free fall a little.
The modern business definition of collaboration is "two or more people working together towards shared goals or purpose." If there are just people working together with no ultimate purpose, they are cooperating, not collaborating. Cooperation is usually more "lightweight" than collaboration and has less focused goals. According to Barbara Leigh Smith and Jean T MacGregor, Collaborative learning is "an umbrella term for a variety of educational approaches involving joint intellectual effort by students or students and teachers together" towards "mutual understanding, solutions, or meanings, or creating a product."
Okay, so we get what it is. Why is it so important? Learning, itself, is an active, constructive, and very social process. In order to really learn new information so it becomes part of us -- so that we cannot just "know" it, but apply it in new and thoughtful ways--we must work actively with ideas in purpose driven ways. Collaboration forces us to immerse ourselves in challenging tasks or questions with others who bring different perspectives, learning styles, experiences and aspirations, to the common table. When we get together and process information, we are not just learning, but our perspectives are growing wider; our minds become open to new possibilities. Students need to talk to one another! It is in this "talking through" process that thoughts, ideas, and solutions expand and new understanding is created for ALL of us in the group!
Therein lies the biggest benefit of collaboration. Ultimately, collaboration becomes a skill that helps us work together efficiently towards potential solutions that we may not have ever been able to arrive to ourselves. It helps us each identify our strengths and weaknesses; we learn to seek out those with complementary skills that counterbalance our weaknesses and as a result, we appreciate each other more fully. We work together until we solve the problem. Collaboration shouldn't be our last resort! It should be something we practice daily in the classroom.
Now, it's time to do a little more reading about collaboration - just in case I have not yet convinced you rugged individualists (or fellow introverts!) that collaboration is not just enriching but empowering. Click this LINK to read the article. Then respond below by addressing the following:
1. What ONE thing stood out to you most in the article? WHY?
2. Describe a moment when you felt part of a truly successful collaborative group/endeavor.
Finally, I will leave you with this lovely quote from Mother Theresa:
"None of us, including me, ever do great things. But we can all do small things, with great love, and together, we can do something wonderful!"
Here is to bringing collaborative "wonderfulness" (with great love) to our classroom!
1. One thing that stood out to me in the article was the idea that collaboration helps us solve problems. This made me think about how a collective group brings to light many different view points and forms of intelligence to fix a situation, rather than one person trying to find the solution themselves. Solving problems with collaboration can boost morale and build a sense of accomplishment and bring individuals closer together. For me personally, whenever my friends and I solve a problem in class, we are all very happy with the outcome and with each other. Solving problems with collaboration also quickens the pace at which issues are solved because the number of individuals available to solve the problem is higher. Problem solving with collaboration also helps individuals build confidence. When someone may not be sure of themselves and they have other people supporting them and their ideas, their confidence grows. Collaboration helps to build community through problem solving and teamwork.
ReplyDelete2. Last year, the spring musical was run by a teacher and a group of students, myself included. It was a very long and tedious process. I had to take control many times and help run rehearsals and block scenes so that everything was able to be accomplished. There were several people who had to leave the show for various reasons and in one of these instances, I had to step into a role. The cast, crew, and creative directors worked so so hard to make a successful show and when it came to opening night, the show was amazing. It was so fulfilling to be a part of something that was so difficult yet the outcome was so rewarding. I am proud of myself and my fellow directors for seeing the show through and figuring out all of the issues that arose.
1. One thing that stood out in the article is how collaboration boosts morale across an organization. This point highlights the importance of trust and connection, which resonates because teamwork isn't just about completing tasks—it's about creating a positive atmosphere where everyone feels supported. Morale impacts how comfortable people feel working together, which is vital for long-term success.
ReplyDelete2. A time when I felt truly part of a successful group was during a Fortnite game with my squad of friends. We communicated seamlessly, shared resources, and made quick strategic decisions. Each player brought their strengths, and by working together, we managed to secure a victory royale. The experience felt rewarding because we relied on each other, demonstrating how collaboration leads to success in both games and real-life scenarios.
1. One thing that really stood out in the article was how collaboration can open up new ways for a team to communicate. When people from different parts of the team work together, they often find new ways to share information and ideas. This helps ideas flow more easily and encourages a more connected and open team culture. Regular, direct communication across departments shows that collaboration is key to improving both effectiveness and unity within an organization.
ReplyDelete2. A time when I felt truly a part of a truly successful collaborative group was when my friends and I built a cute, cherry blossom-themed house in our Minecraft world. After exploring the world for hours, we found the perfect, peaceful location surrounded by different biomes (which is incredibly important as it allows for easy and efficient access to resources available in varying regions) . My friends and I had our own specific roles; I focused on gathering the necessary materials (stones, ores, wood, etc.), another worked on the design and layout, and a couple others carried out other necessary tasks to build the house. We had to work together and communicate a lot by brainstorming ideas and talking about things such as the color palette. We used in-game chat and voice calls to stay on the same page. Slowly, the house started coming together. We put in cherry wood floors, placed decorations that matched the aesthetic, and even built a little garden with bamboo and a koi pond. There were definitely challenges, like finding rare materials and trying to balance how the house looked with how functional it was. After weeks of work, we finally finished it and it made me appreciate the value of hard work. Constructing the cherry blossom house in Minecraft with my friends was such a fun experience, and it really showed us how much we can do when we work together.
1. One thing that stood out to me after reading the article was the idea that collaboration helps people learn from each other. Before reading this article, I never thought that people could learn from each other by simply collaborating. But now I can see that it truly makes perfect sense why someone would be able to learn from communicating and collaborating with another individual. By collaborating, you are allowed to work with someone or a group of people and use their knowledge as leverage to help you. For me personally, working with my peers at school (especially my peers in my DP classes) has allowed me to grow my knowledge and expand my capabilities in all subjects. Problem-solving and working with others have allowed me to benefit in all of my classes and have significantly quickened my process of learning. Reading this article has helped me understand that I gain so much from collaborating with others and that it builds my confidence when I have a group of people supporting me through my learning processes.
ReplyDelete2. This school year, I have truly found myself challenged beyond belief by the curriculum that is in DP math. I have spent lots of time working through the problems in my packet, struggling, and pushing myself to understand. However, those challenges and rough days became significantly easier when I discovered that on days that Mrs. Hurley lets us have independent studies instead of our usual TOK class, I can go visit Mr. Loving during his prep period. There have been numerous accounts where I will show up unannounced and come to him with all my questions, needing that extra support. However, there was one day when I was especially struggling because I went home sick and didn’t come back for two days. When I came back, I was presented with an entirely new unit on something that I was completely unfamiliar with. Mr. Loving took the time to break down and explain one of the exit ticket questions in a way that I understood and with his help, I was able to work out problems with much more ease than before. After that day, I knew that taking the extra time to work out a math problem that I didn’t know with my teacher was extremely beneficial to my learning. Now, I feel a lot more confident going into math class knowing that I have a teacher like Mr. Loving that is confident in my ability to succeed and willing to work with me to do so.
1. My favorite section of the article was about how collaboration equals retention in a workplace. As people we need connection. The more collaboration you have in a workplace the more connections are fostered. This keeps people wanting to come back to work for that community. A workplace is only as productive as it is a good environment to work in. I liked this idea because one day I would like to work at the Pheonix Zoo. I got an internship there recently and it has been so cool observing the community there. The community at the Pheonix Zoo is so welcoming and inviting. I am excited to work their one day.
ReplyDelete2. I felt truly accomplished when I lead my church's gingerbread house day. This is a day that my church allows for people to come make gingerbread houses for free with all of the materials provided. On the day of the event me and a team of people spent hours organizing candy onto trays for kids to make the gingerbread houses. We made frosting and broke graham crackers in half. We did all of this in a couple hours to allow 100 kids to come make gingerbread houses. We collaborated to get the work done and help the kids during the event. At the end we cleaned up. We allowed so many kids to come build gingerbread houses with their friends and their parents not have to worry about all the mess at home.
1. The thing that stood out to me most in the article was the section addressing how collaboration can open up channels for communication. I really like the idea how working with people from different areas can help with creativity and opening up different channels in a business. Finding new ways to communicate and share information is very important to the success of any business or group in general, which is why collaboration should be utilized whenever possible to strengthen groups. Making a cohesive environment for everyone involved is pivotal to make sure everyone in the group feels welcome and brings everyone together. I also liked the section where it gave an example of a tool that businesses can use to open up areas of communication.
ReplyDelete2. One time I felt part of a successful and collaborative group was last year during one of the winter POWWOWs. It was very early in the morning and a group of us students gathered together with the same end goal in mind. Making baskets and boxes of food for people to purchase at lower prices than typical supermarket costs. We had a goal to fill 200 boxes and completely exceeded that goal and did 2X the goal amount. The only way that it was successful was because of everyone’s group effort and each person doing a different role in the packing process. We had a line of people at tables each packing a different produce item in the box then sliding it to the next person. We also had people laying out and organizing the boxes in different areas lined up so when people pulled up to buy boxes, they were able to drive up smoothly and we could pack their car and move to the next person. The process would neither have been successful nor would we have exceeded our goal if we wouldn’t have collaborated together and each tackled our task.
1. Something that stood out to me in the article is how collaboration can lead to higher retention rates. I had failed to consider, or considered it less than other factors, that working together could be a main factor in looking for employment. However, it makes sense as I remember hearing of stories where employees left their work environment once someone they considered like the “glue” was let go.
ReplyDelete2. When I was a volunteer at Estrella Estates, it felt like being a part of the community and a collective endeavor to interact with the elderly who lived there.
1. A notable takeaway I’ve internalized from the article is Moseley's third reason: collaboration helps people learn from each other. This fundamental sentiment is present in human nature, particularly through common mistakes and successes. By collaborating with others, the ability to copy efficient methods and learn not to reproduce mistakes from others has propelled civilizations into prominent advancements. In addition to a greater outlook, this idea arises in microsociology as well.
ReplyDelete2. In elementary, my school hosted a mandatory tic-tac-toe relay race tournament for P.E. This week-long contest consisted of our entire grade. Everyone was given the ability to select their teams of three or four and compete in a bracket-like tournament; the semifinalist rounds and onward were held during recess. My team consisted of two individuals other than me who were both exceptionally swift and talented at the intricate game of tic-tac-toe. The strategy of tic-tac-toe is relatively simple: if you start, place your mark on one of the corners, and if your opponent places their mark in any spot other than the center, you win. If the opponent places their response in the center, you can guarantee a tie, which would be the best course of action to take when you don't get first pick. To our young minds, this discovery made us nothing short of geniuses. Using this method and our quick pace, our team continued into the finals and prevailed as victors of the critically acclaimed elementary tic-tac-toe relay. This win—having been witnessed by a large crowd of ten-year-olds—could only be described as what I imagine a college football player experiences as their school rushes the field after winning the national championship.
ReplyDelete1. One thing that stood out to me in this article was the 7th reason listed: Collaboration makes us more efficient workers. I believe this is a key detail to keep in mind when taking part in collaboration. Understanding how your ideas affect others and how their ideas effect you. This leads to being open-minded, letting other ideas direct your own. I appreciated that it was the very last one, where the reader is directed towards the conclusion but the last reason is apparent. Moseley really idolized the importance of collaboration as a whole.
2. I did competitive dance for about 8 years while that consisted of an immense amount of team collaboration, not only physically but emotionally as well. Our rehearsals were about 8 hours, Friday-Sunday, while also 3 hours of primary classes Monday-Thursday. Everyone was exhausted, but we all pushed through. My dance team was truly as close as family due to these shared emotional and physical hardships. My last year of competitive dance consisted of all of the emotions. All of us were tired, frustrated, sad, excited, but despite these feelings we still had to push through. Our performances came up on top after all of our hard work, it was one of the best feelings in the world. This collaboration made us closer and stronger, no matter how hard it got, we all somehow managed to come out as a team.
What is one thing that stood out to you most in the article? Why
ReplyDeleteOne thing that stood out in this article was the idea that collaboration is not a backup plan for failed individual endeavors but something that should inherently exist in work spaces. Teamwork is so often seen as a last resort for when a large project must be completed by an impossible deadline, or when we lack the skillset to undertake a task on our own. However, undertaking a task with the help of others is not a sign of weakness, not should it be interpreted as such. Working alongside others allows for a broad variety of perspectives and aptitudes to be poured into your project, allowing for a more efficient and high quality end product than anyone would have been able to create entirely by themselves. Additionally, delegating assignments amongst the members of your team allows for everyone to focus on their areas of strength and have their weaknesses compensated for by their collaborators.
Describe a moment where you felt part of a truly successful group/endeavor.
A time in which I felt like a part of a truly successful team was when I was working with my chemistry table sophomore year. Our group was made up of myself and four other friends, all of us very intelligent, academically driven scholars who were determined to succeed in the class and get the best grades possible. We would delegate various tasks amongst ourselves to ensure our work was completely quickly, efficiently, and to the highest quality; whether it was someone grabbing all our computers from the cart when they walked into class because they arrived first, assigning bellwork problems to each other based on our understanding of the material and then sharing and explaining our answers when we were done, or designating who was gathering materials and executing certain stages of the experiment on lab days. Additionally, we always supported each other and held each other accountable. The five of us made a group chat at some point in the year that we called “The Quintuple Bond” where we could ask each other questions about the material we were going over in class whenever we got confused, help each other study for upcoming tests, or just chat about whatever. Due to our rigorous group efforts and continual encouragement to each other (I believe) we all finished both semesters with an A+ as our final grade, which is an impressive feat on its own without consideration to the perplexing nature of chemistry as a subject. It may sound silly to find so much meaning in the people you shared a science table with, but I will always consider those four to be some of my best friends and will never turn down an opportunity to work with them when I can.
1. One thing that stood out the most to me in this article was that the more people that look at one thing, the more problems that can be pointed out from it. It stood out to me because it shows how everyone's brain works different and how different people notice different things. Like for example I could notice spelling and grammar, while another person could notice lack of creativity and run on sentences.
ReplyDelete2. One time I felt successful in a group effort goes back to wrestling season where our girls team as a whole won first place in a big tournament, and I felt like I contributed to that because me and a most of our girls team won majority of our matches across the two days we were wrestling for Because the more matches you win whether its by pin, decision, or tech the team collects points. So I felt proud of me and my girls for working hard and getting pins that day because it takes a team effort win.
To win*
DeleteOne thing I found that stood out to me most in the article is Moseley’s 1st reason; it helps us problem solve. I found this particularly interesting because I find myself in this situation. Often, people find themselves stuck in a problem where they struggle to find a solution. Although after collaborating with others they may see something they they would not have picked up on before. Statistically, everyone’s brains are wired differently and may notice different things. By working in a group you can seek multiple perspectives to further your understanding on your certain topic.
ReplyDeleteRecently, our Biology teacher purposely set up a lab where we had to figure out what went wrong in our experiment. We originally set up the lab to where we had a lactase pill not crushed up. Eventually we came to a conclusion that we had to crush up the lactase pills in order for the chemical reaction to occur. After multiple trials our hypothesis was proven right which led us to a successful group experiment.
1. The point that collaboration helps break down silos within organizations really resonated with me. It highlights how working together not only enhances problem-solving but also fosters stronger connections between different teams. This idea of forming mixed-skills teams to tackle projects emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives, which can lead to more innovative solutions and a more cohesive workplace culture.
ReplyDelete2. One of my most memorable experiences was founding our middle school anime club and becoming its president. My 6th grade homeroom and English teacher had a passion for anime/animation. He brought up the idea of making an anime club. I gathered a small group of friends, and we brainstormed how to get our Principle to approve the idea. It didn't take much considering I was already apart of our Student Council and helped around in many school events.
Everyone contributed their time making the first meeting go great. I remember around 25 students showed up to support! Some of which actually decided to stay in the club. We used to have many events such as going to anime conventions and/or movie releases.
1 - The subject that stood out to me the most in the article was how communication leads to higher retention rates, because it is usually not one of the reasons people would think of for why communication is important.
ReplyDelete2 - A moment I felt that I was part of a successful collaboration was during critical friends for the Cyrano essay. I felt that both receiving feedback from my partner helped me, but also giving feedback made me think about my own word choices and organization in my essay.
One thing that stood out to me the most was the last reason as to why working collaboratively is important, which is that it makes more efficient workers. I can understand the perspective of this reason and its positive outlook, but, when this reason is implied with unmotivated workers, collaboration could actually hurt the efficiency of a project because a person isn't working as hard or as much as another. So, it's a double edge sword when it comes to that reason.
ReplyDeleteA time that I felt truly accomplished in a group endeavor was when I participated in STUGO Freshman year and we had planned homecoming fairly well and everything had gone smoothly.
1. What stood out to me the most was point number 7 that talked about how collaboration makes us more efficient workers. It reminded me that it's important to distinguish when a project needs the help of multiple people versus just one. It's good to recognize that it's not a crime to ask for help and that it's in most cases easier to divide and conquer knowing there are multiple heads thinking of a solution. That way when there is a project and different people continuously work together overtime it can become a rather beneficial habit which will create the new norm. Ultimately showing that collaboration is a very efficient way to get things done and is always strongly encouraged in the workplace.
ReplyDelete2. During the 2024 track season we made it to I think the semi finals and raced. Although we weren't top 3 we had broken the record we had already broken once that same season. That in itself was enough to celebrate. I remember coach Hiatt announcing to us when we first broke it and that it had been since 2018 since that record was set. The only way we were able to achieve that was through collaboration. The four of us on the team worked together to accomplish a goal which is to win, even if we don't win it's important to have that mindset that we can. We moved the order around many times throughout the season to see which one was best, had many practices with handing off the baton, and being able to recognize each other's strengths and weaknesses (who's better on the curve and who’s better on the straight away). The reward was acknowledging our hard work in the end, breaking the record and receiving very cute princess tiaras. Goes to show that teams without collaboration mean nothing and that the lack of will only divide the team instead of bringing them together.
ReplyDelete1. One point that stood out to me was the seventh reason: “Collaboration makes us more efficient workers”. This is an important part of collaboration as each person involved likely has their strengths but works together to succeed. I think efficiency, therefore, comes from working together and learning from other individuals and their strengths, which ultimately benefits every member of the collaboration.
2. When I think of collaboration, I immediately think of my sports. In both indoor and beach volleyball, the collaboration between the team as a whole is what wins us matches. Whether it is a 2v2 beach match or a 6v6 indoor match, the sport would never be successful without team collaboration, and intentionally is not an individual sport. On the sand, it is not up to one player to cover the entire court, but rather the pair's job is to divide and conquer. Similarly, in indoor volleyball, each player specializes in a specific position and works with other players to perform their role successfully. Without a defensive specialists’ 3-point pass, a setter would be unable to feed their hitter, which would then prevent a successful hit--ultimately losing the team a point. As each of us uses our own strengths, we are able to work as a team to succeed. As my volleyball season progresses, every win is a team effort and can never be attributed to just one player. Without every individual's skill or effort, we as a team, would never be able to win.
1. This subtopic stood out the most because it is one that I have seen the most during my years of schooling. The exchange of learning between teacher and student is an important one; where the student deepens their understanding of the topic at hand, and the teacher’s understanding of people. Said understanding of people is useful for both the individual who navigates the world and the teacher who has the next class to guide.
ReplyDelete2. In the rare moments I attempt improvisation when practicing guitar (at home or at lessons), I feel the importance of each instrument, and therefore the musician’s, contribution the most, which then highlights my own contributions. The spontaneous decision-making made to tell a story through music with no words gives a rush of anxiety that feels compelling and fulfilling. That being said, I usually stick to practicing things that are already composed.
1. One thing that stood out to me the most about the article is that collaboration is a learned skill. The article also mentions that collaboration is ingrained in how people work and often goes unnoticed by the people themselves. I found this interesting because it made me think about my own collaboration skills and it’s true, I do not notice when I am collaborating but I know that I do on a daily basis in all of my classes.
ReplyDelete2. I felt part of a truly successful collaborative group when I was in theater my sophomore year and got the chance to perform the play, Murder, Actually. It was really fun and interesting to see the progress we had made as a class over the year. We had gone from being awkward around each other because we did not know each other to all becoming good friends, which helped our play run more smoothly and gave a more natural feel to our performance.
1. An aspect of the article that stood out to me was the idea that collaboration boosts morale and and trust with other individuals. Morale is your sense of confidence, hope and enthusiasm of something which can be increased by collaboration based on the support you may receive, assurance, and stronger perspectives. It leads you to be more sure of your ideas and plans and is helpful in creating trust with others as a result. This stood out to me because I tend to trust my own ideas and thoughts but with the help of other people, they can be stronger and retain more perspective.
ReplyDelete2. I felt part of a truly successful collaborative group when I had to do a group performance of a scene from Macbeth in the tenth grade. We all collaborated frequently and met together to gather props and prepare as much as possible. We all put in the same amount of effort and had the same dedication which helped us perform successfully and obtain the grade we all had wanted.
^Meg
Delete1. I found that the increase in retention rate through collaboration stood out most in this article because I had not considered that factor before when reflecting on my moments of collaboration at school. Increased teamwork in the workplace or at school promotes engagement and I find myself dedicated to a task or project when working with others as opposed to independently.
ReplyDelete2. Since the beginning of October, my West-MEC class and I have been preparing for our Trunk-or-Treat, which occurred last weekend. Through open communication and teamwork, my class successfully decorated our trunk with limited time and supplies, while still having fun.
1. The thing that surprised me the most in this article was the fact that collaboration led to higher retention rates. I did not realize that collaboration could help a company gain more employees. It makes sense that people would look for work places with good atmospheres and people who respect each other.
ReplyDelete2. Recently when we had a socratic seminar, I felt part of a successful collaborative group because it flowed really well. There were no interruptions and we all were able to connect ideas. Everyone was respectful of each other and took people's opinions into consideration, taking notes of things that stood out.
One thing that stood out to me within the article was the statement “But collaboration doesn’t have to be a last resort.” (Moseley) I have always held myself to the belief that you must attempt to come up with your original ideas and then if all else fails, obtain the perspectives of other people. However, this statement has enlightened me. The statement made me think, and led me to the conclusion that it would be more beneficial and appropriate to first collaborate with others. Hearing others' perspectives and ideas may lead you to new ideas you wouldn’t have come up with if you didn’t have other’s perspectives in mind.
ReplyDeleteI recall being a part of a truly successful group when I was playing soccer on my team some years ago. Everyone was forced to collaborate and work together during practice, even versing one another. Eventually, this built up trust and morale throughout the entire team. Everyone was supportive of one another and we all helped each other, as well as critiqued each other with the best intentions. Our team stuck together for years, getting to the championships each time. Not only were we a skilled team, but we all gained friendships out of it. Many of us still speak today.
1. One thing that stood out to me most about the article was that collaboration makes more efficient workers. For me personally, I prefer working alone because I'm not very outgoing and find it hard to socialize but the article had enlightened me that it's okay to work with others. By being able to lessen the work load, it lessens the stress and both parties will probably be happier they worked together versus one person doing it alone.
ReplyDelete2. At West-MEC I constantly feel like I'm apart of a successful team. Due to the program we're in, it's important for all of us to be constantly communicating with one another and we were able to build a strong relationship as a class. A specific instance was our trunk or treat where we got decorations last minute and everyone in the class stepped up and pulled their weight in order to make some last minute decorations with one another.
1) One thing that stood out to me from the article was the second point, which stated that collaboration brings people closer together. This is definitely something I resonate with, as working with new people often makes me nervous and I tend to stay quiet and try to do things on my own most of the time. But over time, as I get to work with the same people more and more, I eventually feel comfortable enough to share what I know and accept advice from others.
ReplyDelete2) A moment when I felt part of a truly successful collaborative group/endeavor was during my anatomy class a few weeks ago. We had to make a poster and present it to our own table groups, talking for ten minutes straight, while the other group members had to ask questions during our presentation. My poster was really short and straightforward, so there wasn't much I could say about it, and I had a hard time reaching that ten minute mark. Luckily, my group just started throwing questions at me which made it easier for me to come up with things to say. Without knowing it, I was able to reach the ten minute mark.
1. One thing that stood out to me is reason number four, it opens up new channels for communication. Everyone needs to communicate when it comes to groups, as new ideas, and questions can begin to flow. Communication is a great strategy to have with you always since you never know what opportunities or chances you’ll come across in life. Communication is the base of everything we know, it is how everything is spread and discoveries are shared. I specifically like how the article stated, “But collaboration doesn’t have to be a last resort. Collaboration ought to inform the way your team works—it should be baked in.” As we learn to communicate and practice it every day, it should be so familiar to us.
ReplyDelete2. This past week at EMT school, I had a lab where we were learning to extricate a patient from a vehicle safely and promptly. To accomplish this, I took the lead and directed my team in the way of how we were going to take care of the patient and who was in charge of what. My team strategized a couple of ways how to accomplish it until we agreed and put the plan into action. We had to communicate who the lead was so all of us would not get confused and do the same thing as another person. We came across challenges as to when we had to switch positions with each other, and when I had to let another person take the lead count instead of me. Although, we were able to be professional and take care of the person safely.
1. I found it interesting that the article talked about learning from others as a result of collaboration (third subtopic). Though this seems very logical and obvious to result from collaboration, I always thought as collaboration simply as a matter of splitting up work rather than a form of learning together. In short, this article has opened my perspective on how I see collaboration since I shouldn't see it as independently pulling your weight for a project, but rather, as a way to learn and engage on a topic while simultaneously completing it as a group. To me, this seems as one of the most effective results of collaboration as you not only complete a project as a group, but learn as one too by sharing experiences, knowledge, and strategies for completing said project.
ReplyDelete2. At West-Mec, I believe I have found one of the most collaborative groups I have ever been in. A while back, we all needed to do presentations concerning the history of Law Enforcement. Given the broad category, it can be a challenging task, especially since we were split between four groups within the class. Without even getting into the project itself, we all collaborated on methods of splitting up the history, collaborating for reasoning behind using certain events, and overall ensuring all the groups didn't overlap information. From here, the individual group I worked with essentially did the same as everyone split the work and at the end, we would teach one another what we learned so that we felt confident within our time period of content to cover. Though this may seem as general as any school project, I appreciated how my classmates were very open and collaborative in a way that a community of respect was felt. No one within my group was shy or hesitant in sharing or questioning information which shows our ability to collaborate, especially tasks outside of projects or paper work, as an overall community.
1. The thing that stood out to me in the article the most was the discussion of how collaboration allows people to learn from each other. I found this particularly interesting as it seems like such a grand improvement. Having teams collaborate is a fairly simple thing but if they also learn from the collaboration all employees will benefit and be better. I think that it is very important to learn other methods of approaching problems and thinking but I have never really seen collaboration as a powerful to do this but it makes sense that it would be. It is also interesting to think about how collaboration begets more collaboration as groups learn to understand each other better and can work together more in the future.
ReplyDelete2. One successful collaborative endeavor that I have been a part of has been creating the robots and programs in robotics. What I do in robotics is only really a small part of the activity and I have to work with other teams like the software team that codes to robot to make a successful robot. To be successful as a robotics team we also have to do other stuff than build a competitive robot such as contacting the local technical community. I have to work with the people that do this too as we need to plan what items related to my role on the team we should present. The robotics team is such a large collaborative effort that I need to work with others for the team to be great, when our team is successful, I know it is because of the many people who have worked together to do good.
The one thing that stood out to me the most was the 7th reason why collaboration is important because it talks about “ collaboration making us more efficient workers”, which I thought was a new addition to collaborating with others, as I personally never experienced being efficient while collaborating with my friends/classmates. Usually, when we collaborate we don’t get any work done, basically either procrastinate or do it when it's due. We do get the work done, but working efficiently was new, as working collaboratively always creates chaos and inefficiency, as I tend to get work done faster alone than with others.
ReplyDeleteOne time I truly felt a part of a successful collaborative group was during robotics, where I was able to apply my knowledge in programming and building the robot. During club meets after school, we were each given a task, and we as a team worked on parts of the robot by collaborating with others, because each part is intertwined with one another, especially, during our hardware meet, we had to build the mold that holds the motor/ wheels of the robot, here I and my other friend helped each other by working to replace pieces that were too hard to rip apart. I first individually tackled the removal of the parts, but when it came to specific screws and the holes the fit in, my team mat had more knowledge making it faster to work on it together.
1. One of the things that stood out to me from the article was how exponentially good cooperation is to everyone. I found that the information listed in the article is very important in terms of bettering these skills. Communication is one of the most important skills that someone can have and it would be very helpful to learn different ways to become a better cooperator. Group colaboration should also be taken into account through sharing multiple perspectives. I also think that the article is interesting in that it lists why it's important in a list with ways on how to utilize these aspects.
ReplyDelete2. Times that come to mind are group work in biology. When doing a multiple day long assignment, organizing data is a huge part of the process, usually requiring multiple people. When it comes to working together for these projects, we usually communicate which sections we will all be working on, as well as determining who will be recording data, gathering materials. We get these assignments done quickly by utalizing group communication.
1). The fact that stood out to me most was the overall idea that communication brings people closer together no matter the situation. Moseley discusses how communicating strengthens people's relationships in 2, 3, and 4. Knowing that we can be efficient and gain potential life-long relationships solely through the skill of communication is very interesting to me.
ReplyDelete2). The most successful collaborative effort I have participated in was the making of my mom's surprise party. My siblings and I all split up parts of the party to work on to make sure everything gets done with full effort. My brother was in charge of buying the decorations, my sister had to purchase all the drinks, my father had to buy the food, and I had to decorate the house. We all came together to not only plan the set up, but to successfully execute a fun party while keeping it a surprise.
1.) One thing from the article that stood out to me was that collaboration wasn’t just a means of finishing a task more efficiently, but also offered numerous opportunities for self-improvement when it came to focus, communication, and utilizing feedback from others. This was interesting to me because collaboration is, by definition, “the action of working with someone to produce or create something”, so to prioritize self-improvement would be to go against the goal that most people associate with collaboration: to produce a product.
ReplyDelete2.) I’ve personally always felt like I’m apart of a successful group endeavor whenever I’ve worked with my family to clean my house. Since the goal is so visually appealing and noticeable, it makes achieving it all that much more rewarding, especially considering the numerous areas that each team member cleaned.
1. One thing that stood out to me in the article was the fact that collaboration boosts morale. I think this is extremely true and important as I often see it in the school environment. At the beginning of the school year, when people are still getting adjusted to each other, I see that people are a little anxious in the classroom environment, but once the year progresses you can see a class become more comfortable with each other. This helps the overall energy of the classroom, and in my opinion, makes it more enjoyable to work and learn together.
ReplyDelete2. In film class, we often have to work together on each other’s projects, so we collaborate a lot outside of class. For one student project, the whole class showed up as main characters and extras to allow one student to record multiple scenes in their film. When we arrived back at school the following week, we were shown the footage recorded and it looks really good. It felt very comforting that I was able to help someone, along with the rest of my class, in a collaborative project.
1. Having better retention rates when collaborating was what stood out to me. I think this is because I’ve always found it easier for me to do most things on my own, but looking back, some of the easiest tests I’ve had were when I’ve collaborated with someone else or multiple people throughout the unit.
ReplyDelete2. In my Mandarin class, every time we have a dictation quiz, we all study together. Every time I’ve done this, I get a solid score, and I always go into the quiz with confidence due to the fact that we all studied together. I’ve also had great collaboration when it comes to mornings during FBLA when we get orders and have to sort, count, and restock items. We all have to come together to efficiently get things done in an appropriate amount of time (since we only have a half hour to get through everything).
ReplyDelete1. One thing that stood out to me in the article was the discussion on collaboration boosting retention rates. I have had a job since my freshman year and I have seen wonderful employees leave whenever they felt there were better options. They are often kind people who are amazing at what they do but feel frustrated with their coworkers when they are constantly covering for them, either by picking up shifts or handling their responsibilities on the clock. Many of them came down to issues of money but I often wonder if better collaboration would’ve kept them at the job.
2. A truly successful collaborative group endeavor I have been a part of was a volleyball game at the beginning of the season. We were playing Payson High School, we were already behind schedule with a horrendous start. The other team’s hitters were getting through our defense, our serve receive wasn’t what we needed, and our hitters couldn’t find weak spots in the other side's defense. I knew all I needed was one block, I kept getting touches or getting tooled and I felt defeated. I couldn’t figure out what I needed to do and all of a sudden we lost the first set 12-25. The second ended shortly after with a score of 9-25. This was the worst situation we could put ourselves in. Playing out of five sets with the last set being 9-25, the game was over. One more set and we would load onto the buses. In the third set, the other middle made a mistake and made an obvious move that I was able to understand, I finally got my block. After this, the energy in the gym started picking up, the defense was getting amazing passes, the servers on the other side couldn’t find easy spots, and our hitters were getting incredible kills. The third set ended 25-17 and the fourth set 25-16. The fifth set was terrifying, during the race to 15, neither side got a lead until 14-14 hit but the team pushed through the final two points and won 16-14. That entire game feels like a dream looking back on it.
It technically didn't matter because it was a freedom game and with Payson’s stature we would've gained points for losing to them, but it was the first time we felt like a team. Our collaboration was exactly what we needed it to be and it's probably one of my favorite games we’ve played this season.
1) What stood out to me the most is the claim that collaboration helps people learn from each other. Coming from someone who is extremely open minded, it is fascinating to see the way others around me think and learn about what drove them to make a certain decision. In addition, collaboration exposes people to different perspectives and details which some could have missed due to personal experiences, etc. In the past year, I have increasingly recognized the way that hearing various explanations on certain topics from different people will aid those who may have originally struggled to understand an explanation from the singular perspective of a teacher.
ReplyDelete2) All throughout last year, my West-MEC friends and I organized little study dates before important tests to assist each other by discussing the way we understand the material. This allows us to hear different perspectives and expose ourselves to different learning styles as we clarify different topics to each other. For example, hearing about the urinary system from my friend Haleigh made the topic much simpler than the way my teacher initially did. Similarly, I have also been able to help my friends by teaching them my personal perspective and tricks to understand certain topics. By doing this, I am confident to say that we have each other's backs to aid each other in preparing for our certification test in May.
1.) One thing that stood out to me in this article above all else was collaboration helping bring people together. I appreciate the plethora of reasons why collaboration is important in a business or more casual setting, but I especially appreciate this reason in particular. I agree wholeheartedly that collaboration can allow for coworkers and organizations closer in a business scenario, and allow for people to more efficiently work together in a group endeavor and break down walls between departments- or in a more casual setting like a classroom- types of groups. All people are different and have different strengths and weaknesses. When selecting a person from each kind of group for a group project, good communication and collaboration allows for even the most different of people to become closer and work greater as a whole.
ReplyDelete2.) A moment I truly felt successful in a group effort endeavor has to be the Robotics presentation I did with Ela in 11th grade English, in order to advertise and highlight the lack of funding and space the Robotics team had. This resulted in the principal and the previous dean to make efforts to strengthen these lacking aspects for the club in order to help it in its success for the next years to come!
1. Collaboration is a remarkable catalyst that harnesses the power of diverse expertise, resulting in innovative solutions and enhanced efficiency. When team members from various backgrounds unite, they contribute unique perspectives that facilitate the resolution of complex problems with greater speed and creativity than if they were to work in isolation. This dynamic exchange effectively dismantles departmental silos, promoting a culture of openness and mutual respect. Such an environment not only cultivates trust but also elevates morale throughout the group. Ultimately, collaboration metamorphoses workplaces into cohesive, resilient environments where every contribution is recognized and valued.
ReplyDelete2. One particularly memorable experience that underscored the value of teamwork occurred during my tenure as a volunteer at an elementary school. Alongside a dedicated group of teachers, I was entrusted with the responsibility of organizing a developmental activity for a cohort of first and second graders. At the outset, we encountered significant challenges in effectively communicating the instructions, as they proved to be more intricate than we had initially anticipated, particularly for young children who were unfamiliar with the task at hand.
Recognizing the necessity for a revised approach, I proactively decided to divide the children into smaller groups, ensuring that each group was paired with a teacher and myself to provide tailored assistance. This strategy allowed us to offer simplified, step-by-step instructions, rendering the activity more accessible to the young participants. As a result, the children quickly became engaged and demonstrated an ability to follow along with the revised guidance.
Throughout the duration of the activity, I maintained close collaboration with both the educators and the students, diligently guiding them through each stage of the process. This cooperative effort ultimately culminated in the successful achievement of our intended objectives. The experience was particularly gratifying as it afforded me the opportunity to work harmoniously with both adults and young children—an endeavor that I had previously found challenging due to my introverted nature. This engagement not only enhanced my communication skills but also reinforced the importance of adaptability and teamwork in fostering a productive learning environment.
1. One particular thing that stood out to me in the article was the first reason for collaboration. It talked about how problem-solving and seeking the perspective of another can contribute to you personally. This struck me personally because I know that I struggle sometimes with working with other people, because I feel hooked on my own thought process and don't feel the need to receive help from anyone. However, recently I have found that it is helpful sometimes to work with others because it can open your eyes to a different perspective that you may never have thought of and can even deepen your understanding of something.
ReplyDelete2. A moment I felt successful collaborating with a group would have to be during the play, Clue. It was a very small cast, and we all had to work together to achieve putting on the show, which was very difficult at the time. I think the play was a huge collaborative effort because it was a very different experience than anything we had done before when it came to plays and by the time we had made it to the performances, we felt super good about the whole show. It was just such a breakthrough moment for all of us, being able to collaborate on an amazing combined interest that we all have.
1. One thing that stood out to me was that all of these benefits of collaborating help improve yourself individually as well because as much as working together is good and necessary, it’s more productive when the individuals are stronger in their skills.
ReplyDelete2. At the end of the season last year, we all worked together to try and help Eva set a new record for assists per season. We all had to look for and create opportunities where she could give an assist because opposed to other records, assists need at least 1 other person to score the point. So not only did we need to get Eva to pass it to us, we needed to score. She did end up setting a new record, which was really awesome since she was an exchange student but now she’s on our record board until a new one is set.
One thing that stood out to me is that working with a group of people collaboratively truly solves problems. When met with a roadblock it can be difficult and tedious to move past but having other perspectives opens new ideas and solutions. As a person who is stumped easily, it can be comforting and helpful to have other minds around to chime in collectively and problem solve. I also liked how it can bring people together with many mixed skills and ideas, eventually finding common ground and being able to move past many mental blocks.
ReplyDeleteThere are many moments during the wrestling season where I feel that me and the girls on my team work together to support each other endlessly and physically so we can bring home trophies. When we are having mental blocks it is nice to have a teammate talk to you and understand how to move forward.
One thing that stood out to me in the article was that collaboration made people more efficient. The reason this surprised me was because personally I feel like things can go faster if you don’t have to worry about anyone else. Trying to organize people and who does what can be complicated and time consuming. Although according to the article working with others will allow us to share the work and if everyone knows their part it can work really well.
ReplyDeleteA time that I felt part of a truly successful group endeavor was working with my family to clean the house. I know it sounds silly but it only took us all together 30-45 minutes to do everything including outside. Everyone knew their job and continued working until everyone was done. When one person finished they would help someone else.
-Dixie VanOs
1. One thing that stood out to me the most by far was the collaboration of people making the best work possible. By conjoining minds and being creative, people can be at the peak of their abilities and problem-solving. As well as brining people closer together.
ReplyDelete2. A time when I felt collaboration was most effective was sports, when a team can put their ideas together and form a formation, it can lead to great things. Great things like championships, which is the ultimate goal in sports. Collaboration helps everybody, even if someone is an extreme introvert.
1. One thing that stood out to me from the article was that collaboration can build trust. I found this interesting because I feel that trust is a deeply important trait to many people. I was surprised to discover that working with other people can help an individual develop these skills.
ReplyDelete2. A time that I felt that I was successful in a group was when I worked on a group project. Although I was worried that the collaboration would not be successful, I found that everyone put an effort into the work and even made new friends during the experience. I was surprised to discover that working in a group helped me to become less introverted as well my ability to meet new people that I had never talked to.
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ReplyDelete1. The one thing that stood out to me the most in the article was the third reason: "Collaboration helps people learn from each other." The reason this stood out is due to it speaking to why I feel collaboration is important. I learn so much through working with other people in various settings. Often hands on learning is best done with the person right next to you in your group.
2. A time when I felt a part of a collaborative group was in one of the few games we won last year in Basketball. We played Trivium and we all did our part; I rebounded and put shots back up; Matt and Clive shot the ball well; Amari and Aiden drove to the basket; and we all played defense. That game vs Trivium was a truly collaborative effort.
Damian Rosales
ReplyDelete1. The most surprising thing about the article for me was probably the 6th fact, being that working in groups and collaborating actually increase retention rates. It makes sense when I think about it though, in that when collaboration is necessary you kinda need to pay attention as it's not just you in the mix. It really does pay to work together in a sense besides simply getting more work done, you also improve on yourself.
2. As for what I felt went really well, a good example is the recent presentation/practice IO that we had. We hadn't really planned very well the week before for the act of presenting itself but we all did the parts we assigned to ourselves, and when it came to the day of, we planned who would say what and when. The presentation went really well, and we did a really good job on our own areas, and the presentation as a whole came out really well. I think that the team synergy was definitely there and it showed.
The most surprising thing about the article for me was the 5th fact, collaboration boosts morale across organizations. I didn't realize collaboration made such a big impact within the work force and environments. Collaborating is a main characterization that is highly looked for and appreciated. I feel collaboration is highly used in my Math and English classes. Ideas and advice are bounced off in my tables that help us all strive. For example for the Math summative we had to build a roller coaster graph, I got lots of feedback from my peers that helped me strive in my project. But it also helped them to receive reassurance on something they weren't quite sure about.
ReplyDelete1. One thing that stood out to me in the article was that collaboration allows for problem-solving. Working together allows others to share their thoughts, ideas, and perspectives. It can also allow others to hear different strategies on how to approach a situation or problem they are given. Solving a problem in a group can result in a sense of accomplishment and reward.
ReplyDelete2. A moment I felt truly successful was when our dance team placed first place at Nationals. During the dance season, we tirelessly worked on our production number throughout the year since it was a difficult routine. We had spent multiple hours working on the routine and would spend our weekends at the studio cleaning the number until it looked perfect. Once the judge announced we placed first place overall at the competition it was thrilling to hear and felt amazing knowing that all of our hard work had paid off.
1. I found the most interesting takeaway from the article was how collaboration affected team morale. I find this interesting as I have seen it myself in my classroom. The article states that collaboration from different teams leads to more morale in the office and more trust between co-workers. This is similar to what happened in my DP Psychology class where we were separated and then brought together where the conversations became better and the collaboration and trust in the class increased. I saw firsthand how collaboration can lead to more trust when working together which is why I find it so interesting.
ReplyDelete2. Collaboration got me my first and only medal (so far). In my eighth grade year, I ran on the Middle School Track Team, and we made it to state. Alone I had made it in one other event, and as a team, I had made it in two other races, the 4 by 100 and the 4 by 400. Running these races alone our team would have gotten no medals, however, with collaboration and teamwork as a team we were able to run fast enough splits that added together got us second and third place in these events. Collaboration between our handoffs, and the preparation beforehand was able to make us achieve something none of us alone could have done, which made me feel like part of a team, and a great collaboration group.
1. The thing that stood out to me the most was that collaboration works to increase an organizations morale. I like that it included the idea that the higher the morale, the higher the likelihood people would feel comfortable working in that specific environment. I think this is very true, because trust is a very important aspect in collaboration and when there is trust, people are more likely to be comfortable and be themselves. Collaboration gives great opportunities for people to work together and use each other to bring out the best versions of themselves, which is essential when working towards a goal.
ReplyDelete2. A time I collaborated with a team that really felt successful was during volleyball when we were up against the number one team in our region. Volleyball is really one of those sports that requires intense teamwork, because a player can only touch the ball once at a time and there are many components needed to make plays work. My team had to come together and work with each other, encouraging one another and giving each other grace, as we fought for each point. We ended up winning 3-2 with the last set being 16-14. We all worked hard, fitting all the pieces together that were necessary for winning, and won the game.
1. I found most interesting that in the article it explains how collaboration is actually something that's integrated into our everyday life and we rarely notice it. This was interesting to me as I've never looked at it from that side before, I believe the article opened up many views of collaboration and how I perceive it.
ReplyDelete2: I can't recall specific times when I've felt that way however whenever collaborating in group projects and presenting and getting a good grade, I always felt as if my support mattered and it was a major factor as to how we got that grade.
1. one notable thing I took away from this article is the more people that look at something a lot of ideas emerge. Everyone is drawn to different points of the article me personally I look at the overall message and but others focus on the small things like word choice and spelling. So I often forget to look at things in a different perspective so it was great to be reminded of that.
ReplyDelete2.I was successful in a group setting by playing a new position in softball I had to learn how to pitch and be successful in that as their was no one else on the team to do so, I was able to win some games for us and my team supported me the entire time by encouraging me and telling me I was doing good and keep going.
1. One thing that stood out from the article for me was the first fact, "Collaboration helps us problem-solve." This stood out for me because it gives you another perspective if you are stuck in a conflict. I feel like it's also a good thing to get different perspectives from your peers to influence what you think so you can get different views.
ReplyDelete2. A time where I felt part of a truly successful collaboration group would be my volleyball team this year. My team came together and collaborated as a group to help us win our game against Parker.
1. One thing that stood out to me in the article was how collaboration boosts morale across your organization. This stood out to me because I never thought about how collaboration could build people's trust. It’s interesting that collaboration between different organizations can increase the chances of success.
ReplyDelete2.A time when I took part in a successful collaboration was when I was working with my IA group for psychology. I realized how important collaboration is towards my success and the success of others. Bouncing ideas off one another is crucial to thrive in certain environments.
1. The main part about the article that stood out to me was the claim that collaboration leads to higher retention rates, which I never really gave thought or consideration to, but makes total sense. Although I would say that collaboration has its time and place, as some people may work better managing their own responsibilities, or certain people simply don't collaborate well with others to some degree.
ReplyDelete2. Anytime the school orchestra I'm a part of plays at a show, it always reminds me that the music is only possible through collaboration and commitment towards a common goal. The only way an orchestra sounds good is if everyone is on the same page and practices with each other prior to the show.
1. The idea of learning from the people around us is what stood out to me the most. The atmosphere that we live in puts a very large importance on individual identity and our own voice. This can often drown out the importance of listening to other people and their perspectives; when we open our minds to see how others think, we are able to better understand them and, perhaps, better ourselves.
ReplyDelete2. One of my most successful experiences with collaboration has been preparing for and executing socratic seminars and debates in my history classes. When learning history, we all had a few areas that we were more interested or versed in and, by putting all of our knowledge together, were able to present a composed and intelligent argument to the other teams.
One thing that stood out to me the most from the article was how collaboration brings people closer together by breaking down barriers and forming mixed-skills teams. I found this particularly impactful because it shows how collaboration isn't just about achieving a single project goal; it's about building lasting connections between people who might not otherwise work together. By working with new people, people develop a better understanding of different perspectives, which can lead to a more cohesive, trusting, and efficient organization. I think that kind of interconnectedness is essential for creating a workplace where people feel both valued and engaged.
ReplyDeleteA time I felt truly a part of a successful collarborative group was during my time at UCLA where I was invited to the National Youth Leadership Forum for medicine. During my stay, I had to learn what it was like to share a dorm with others and work people from around the world that I had never met before. Many of those who I worked with were very quiet and didn't talk very much which was fine at the time because we had to work individually for the most part. However, at the end of the trip, we had to do a group project and whoever had the best project would get recognition from the the NYLFM. Although many of the people in my group were shy or quiet, we all shared a collective goal which was to have the best project. Knowing this, we broke out of our shells and collaborated with one another. We ended up winning the competition with a presentation about the psychology of addiction. Even though we won, the most impactful thing I took away from that experience is that I still talk to my group members to this day and we all plan on meeting up again in the near future
1: the thing that stood out to me the most was the fact we collaborate without noticing it. I never realized how often a collaborate with people when doing even simple task everyday.
ReplyDelete2: When I got my new job I truly saw what it is like to work with a team to get task done. We all work together efficiently to get our task done fast. Anytime I need help or have to a question my coworkers are always there to answer.
The most important part of the article is the overall concept of the key concept for collaboration being important due to "collaboration is when a group of people come together and contribute their expertise for the benefit of a shared objective, project, or mission." The key from the quote from the article highlighting the importance of collaboration is the, simple yet detailed idea of communication within groups of any kind.
ReplyDelete2.As an example, at my work (as a lifeguard) we use collaboration for practicing to save lives in our job, and to discuss techniques on how to help save lives. Without notice, collaboration is all around you without realization, between how simple or detailed it can be.
1. One thing that stood out to me in this article is the fact that I can see how these aspects of communication and collaborative nature have affected me in my life. Whether it be connections that I've made while playing sports or in recreational activities I established connections with people that could relate to me.
ReplyDelete2. As a sports player being part of a team and being a team leader helped me understand how people collaborating together can help be successful in life
Reason number 5: “Collaboration boosts morale across your organization” stood out to me because I have been told most of my life that everything is mindset. I believe that mindset is how things are efficiently accomplished and that mindset is social and can be affected by surroundings. Reason number 5 talks about how collaborating with others in your organization can help boost morale. In my case, my organization is usually at school with my classmates where we can bounce ideas off each other to collaborate. In a group, your mindset can affect others and theirs yours. With a combined mindset and group mentality students can come together to create and inspire. A group that collaborates and accomplishes with a good mindset is inviting and desirable.
ReplyDeleteA moment when I felt part of a truly successful collaborative group was this summer when I was at church camp with a bunch of friends at NAU. There was a variety show and my brother and I gathered a group to do a skit. We had a mini-rehearsal before our audition and made it into the show. We were only really able to practice all together on the day of the variety show. What made our skit fun and successful was the collaboration and mindset of the group. We took a skit that my brother and I had performed before and collaborated with the group to make some changes and shorten it. We all believed we could accomplish the goal of having our lines down and making teh audience laugh. We motivated each other with our contagious enthusiasm, encouragement, and confidence which in turn created a community.
What stood out to me the most in the article was how collaboration can bring people together. I love problem-solving as a group because you get a lot of different perspectives. Before reading the article I had an idea that collaboration can lead to problem solving but I never thought about the perspective that it can bring the people involved together. I really enjoy learning about this because I can begin to see how collaboration leads to future relationships with people I know or even my friends. Collaboration makes it a lot easier and more comfortable to talk in academic settings because everyone is contributing.
ReplyDeleteA moment where I felt like I was a part of a truly successful collaborative group was last year during a production and my friends created the pre-show announcement. It was a bit difficult at first because we did not have very long to come up with it. Together we were able to come up with a very great pre-show speech because we were all able to come together with a truly amazing preshow and it was so thrilling to be able to come up with it.
1. One thing that stuck out to me in this article is the overall take on collaboration boosting moral ideologies. The idea of working with others outside of a group you do not normally work with opening new ideas is something that is not too valued today. When it comes to working in groups, a lot of people would prefer to work with people they know or people they are used to just to make work get done faster or be with friends. However, the idea introduced in this article that work could be just as easily accomplished or fun to do with others you are not used to is something that should be valued more. This idea would also help a lot more people come out of their shells and learn more things about different working groups.
ReplyDelete2. Last year during our fall football season, the group of people I was lucky enough to manage with made working together very successful. The constant communication we had with each other about who would be doing what made things a lot easier to get done, especially during very stressful moments. During game days in particular is one of the most stressful times for a manager due to the amount that needs to get done, and the very little time we have to do it. For every game, our managing group was most successful when we would split up, conquer every set up needed to get done, and find out what needed to be done when we had nothing else to do. Working with this group from last year was so fun and successful to work with because we always helped each other (no question), we never let anyone do anything alone, and at the end of the night we all had a good time and enjoyed the rest of the game.
One thing that stood out to me most in this article was the reasons why collaboration is significant. The importance of finding another perspective on a topic encourages more ideas to form. A specific part of the section that stood out to me was having more eyes on a project. I found it interesting that when you have more individuals involved in one project it is easier to find issues and resolve them quicker.
ReplyDeleteA moment I felt a part of a successful collaborative group was during Newsies. As stage manager, I was actively involved not only in backstage but through directing. I worked together with the other directors to create our vision for the show. I collaborated with all of the crew to figure out what problems we needed to fix and methods to work together to put set pieces on stage. As a team, we would improve our methods until we came to a conclusion that worked for that scene. By opening night, the collaboration was beneficial because we were able to do our part to put on a great show for our audience.
The biggest thing I took away from this passage was the take on how collaboration helps people learn from one another. problem solving in groups can often be uncomfortable. However The importance is that you solve a problem, and even in some ways, brought together
ReplyDelete( Positively or negatively). I really liked reading this take on it because whenever I am frustrated again, I can think back to this article and transfer my attention to the overall purpose of collaboration.
A moment I felt that collaboration was succcesfull was Being a part of comeptions dance. My first year doing competition, a girl injured herself the night before a competition, however the directors didn't have enough time to change our dance in adjustment to her injury. The group and I decided to arrive at the convention center several hours earlier than call time to change the dance as best we could. I was very proud of us seeing as we were
1) under the immense stress of competition without any "real" help.
2) we were all new to the competition world at 14,
even though we had these struggles, we ended up placing 2nd overall in our category, and were invited to performing at the closing ceremony.
ANDREW RANGEL 10/31/24
ReplyDeleteOne thing that stood out to me was point 7, "Collaboration makes us more efficient workers". While sometimes working with others can be challenging, collaboration is often a life saver. For example, me and my classmate Ramiro collaborated on the Lit Tracker for Cyrano de Bergerac successfully. That task would've been twice as difficult if I didn't have a reliable partner such as Ramiro.
An example of successful collaboration that immediatley comes to mind is when I hosted a Halloween party last year. As we all know, hosting a party is difficult (especially when you have to host high schoolers). Thankfully I had my family and close friends to help me. My Dad and Step-Mom helped with cleaning the house, Deacon Hunt helped me decorate, Natalie Pedersen brought soda, and multiple other people helped in crucial ways. Since we all worked together towards having the best party possible, the outcome was outstanding.
1) What stood out to me the most was the idea that collaboration can help us move beyond our viewpoints and become open to ideas we may not have previously considered. It reminds us to humble ourselves and be willing to step into the unknown. This perspective makes me realize the importance of taking risks and facing challenges with a positive mindset, rather than focusing on the negatives. I appreciate this approach because it can help build stronger relationships with others.
ReplyDelete2) A successful example of collaboration for me was the group presentation we did in Mr. Arnoldy’s class. There were six members in my group, so we started by brainstorming our plan and dividing tasks based on each other’s strengths and weaknesses. We used a shared slide presentation to keep track of our contributions, and then we rehearsed together to ensure a strong performance for our class and teacher. - Araceli Garcia
1. The entire article stood out to me, due to the topic being based on collaboration skills. Since personally for me collaboration/communication has always been a struggle. The article greatly puts into perspective why collaboration is important not just in one way but in other ways as well. For instance, the third reason was how you can learn from other people through collaboration. Depending on the group I'm working with it's easier to collaborate with them than a new group I'm working with.
ReplyDelete2. I truly feel successful in the group I currently am in for DP Language & Literature as a result of me being familiar with the group and being more open to asking for help and sharing opinions. For that reason, I can provide a more successful and useful outcome for me and my group. - Marisol Espinoza
What stood out to me the most in this article was that collaboration boosts morale across your organization/group. This is because I don’t often correlate collaboration with morale. But as I read the article, more specifically the section discussing morale, I learned that collaboration can build trust in your groups, leading to the building of morale. Workers are now more comfortable and work better together, so they have a good morale, as our environments often shape our morale.
ReplyDeleteI find that often in class discussions like socratic seminars I have felt the most successful. As the group of people I am working with often offer a lot of insight on certain areas that I didn’t notice/ pay much attention to and now after the socratic seminar have learned a lot. I also find that I am able to successfully communicate my ideas and people around me, and that others are able to challenge my/others ideas or build off of them leading to more gained understanding on the topic. I more specifically noticed this in the recent socratic seminar about Persepolis but also have noticed this a lot at table discussions in my American government/economics class last year. - Gwen Carricart
1.The thing that stood out most from the in the article to me was how collaboration makes people more efficient workers. This stood out because I’ve noticed this myself when we did our group global issues document for Cyrano with the NYT Modern Love articles. Not only does it make it easier for me to focus when the rest of my group is also focused and working because it sort of motivates me in a way. Also it was just easier to tackle all the work together
ReplyDelete2. I remember the April POWWOW as a moment when collaborative work was successful. I woke up very early so that I could get to the school to help set up and make boxes. I remember in the morning It was very cold and I honestly felt miserable I someone who gets cold easily. But as we all split up into groups to do different tasks I started feeling more motivated and things honestly went by faster.
1. The point that stood out most to me was the 6th point of collaboration leads to higher retention rate. This was interesting to me because I never thought about it before but working with collaborative people makes me enjoy the work place so much more. I see this in my DP classes. After having cp classes my freshman year and moving to honors classes into my sophomore year, I realized being in an atmosphere with people who are engaged is much easier to work in and feel productive in.
ReplyDelete2. A great example of a group effort that I feel most successful in would be in the kitchen at my job. As a shift leader, it is my job to maintain productivity and doing that is much easier with people who are collaborative and willing to work together to run the store efficiently and close in a timely manner. When I work with people who don't want to work, I end up feeling worn out and unmotivated, so the people who collaborate with me create a better working environment make the night so much more successful and enjoyable.
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DeleteThe part of the article that stood out most to me was the third reason why collaboration is important. The suggestion to work together with people that specialize in different areas and may have otherwise not collaborated is something I have personally seen often in television. In any sort of show that requires collaboration for an episode, people will often choose the person they think is the strongest in the skills they also posses, but this leads to a loss or poor outcome. The team that is the most diverse often wins the episode. Last year in my business class, we were divided into small groups with the task of creating a product and an ad to go along with it. My partner and I used the fifth reason why collaboration is important. We had been working on previous assignments together that had lead up to the marketing summative, so when posed with this project, we felt very comfortable with the requirements and how we split up the work, leading us to be ahead of schedule.
ReplyDelete1. One thing that stood out to me in the article was that collaboration boosts the morale and trust of those working together. This makes sense, as when you take time to listen to other’s ideas and learn from each other, a closer bond is formed as you feel heard by each other and that your thoughts are important to them in their decision making. I never realized how much trust collaboration forms and I feel I will become more engaged now while collaborating with my peers as I want them to feel validated and heard.
ReplyDelete2. Times I have felt direct success by collaborating is from running on my track team’s relays. There are 4 runners who all have to do their part and also work together to achieve the best time we can get. We work through struggles and develop strategies and techniques together at practices and warm ups to ensure that handoffs are smooth and accustomed to what is most successful for us. My team’s most successful relays have been when we have all worked together to form the best strategy and utilize everyone’s unique strengths and abilities to determine the order of our runners. One person may have a really good finish, good start, or they may be really good at chasing other runners down and passing teams to earn us better placement. Ultimately, forming a relay team has taught me the value of collaboration in that it teaches us to trust in one another and our unique abilities
One specific aspect that stood out to me was that collaboration allows us to learn from our peers, and because of that great results can be achieved. As someone who loves to communicate with different people, this taught me the value of seeking out knowledge and experience from those around me, as it can lead to success in various ways. Furthermore, I valued the idea that collaboration is the root to dividing heavy workload within an organization. It reminded me of the power of delegation that can be brought about through collaboration.
ReplyDeleteAn example of collaboration that I immediately think of is the planning that must occur in crafting an assembly. Being a part of Stugo for the past four years I have had to learn how to communicate with people around me that may think differently when it comes to the ideas held. I remember planning the recent homecoming assembly and having a team that communicated and thought differently about ideas than I did. My team and I had to effectively collaborate through our diverse ideas to put on our homecoming assembly; a large task at hand. My team and I through constant communication, and accepting new ways of thinking, we were able to put on a great assembly that people loved. Ultimately through being open to new ideas within small groups, successful collaboration was able to take place.
1. One thing that stood out to me the most was that collaboration boosts morale. In retrospect, it makes sense that if you work with people often you’ll trust them more and morale will increase, but it stood out to me because it’s not something I would have immediately thought of as benefit of collaboration if I had to think about it. It also surprised me because I feel like during some unsuccessful collaborative groups or projects, trust or morale doesn’t increase and it seems that this growth in trust or morale is only present or gained from successful collaborations.
ReplyDelete2. A moment when I felt like a part of a truly successful collaborative group was deciding on our CAS project in TOK. What made it so successful was the efficiency of our decision. Because it’s such an important component of the course, we all wanted to sooner rather than later and our collaboration allowed us to solidify our plan for the project, saving us time and stress in the future.
One thing that stood out to me was the fact that collaboration is present all the time and how with it helps us be closer and work more efficently. This is quite intriguing to me because I always thought that collaboration came from a general consensus to work towards a joint goal. All working till that goal is completed then being done after not all the time and together.
ReplyDelete2. I moment where I felt truly collaborative and part of a group was this week during my math summative. As we were being recorded and still working together to help each other in unison all to one goal finishing the project. This allowed for our collaboration together to read a whole new level and elevate our work overall.
1. One thing that stood out to me was that collaboration boosts morale in a group setting. Keeping that in mind can be really helpful in the future when I have to complete group projects that seem unmotivating at first. I think it's good to work in a group and this further supports why collaboration is needed.
ReplyDelete2. One time I used collaboration was during a biology lab where we had to complete the pre lab and lab on our own. My group was able to work together and help each other leading to great success for our group during the lab.
1. One thing that stood out to me was the fact the collaboration helps people learn from each other. The fact that by talking to someone else , even if your just sharing options, you are bouncing ideas of one another and this 15 sec convo can being a life lesson in the further. After reading this section of the article, it just made me see group work as more useful because for the longest time, I worked alone because I thought it was better for me but now I wonder, what if I worked with others more on projects and assignments.
ReplyDelete2. A time when I felt like a successful collaborative group was when I was at my job because it was the first of the month and for retail, it is just as bad of a day as Christmas sales. These days are always the busiest which forces us as coworkers to figure out a plan. Making sure everyone was on task because even if someone was messing around for 30 minutes, that could mean no carts or even a lot of good backs. If this happens we have to stay after closing so our best option to make sure everyone gets home on time is to pitch in, even if you are a clerk or not and so far, it has gone well.
1: I found it interesting when the article said that collaboration brings people closer together. This is because I always thought about collaboration as just talking and working together and then people stopping once the goal is reached.
ReplyDelete2: Whenever I help others out whether it's at work or school, I feel like I've accomplished a good thing and try to do more things like that so people always feel supported. I feel like this brings me closer to people as the article said and allows me to create more friendships.
One thing that stood out the most from the article was that collaboration can build trust and allow each person to learn from their peers. It is very common to be indifferent to collaboration out of fear of judgment however, each person contains a different skill set that promotes collaboration in different aspects. Working together and sharing these skills with each other allows for trust between each person.
ReplyDeleteA moment of collaboration where I always feel truly collaborative is at work. At my job, it is set as a system where each person has their own station to work together to provide the best service for customers. Whether it be an opening shift or a closing shift, there are always times when we go out of our way to help each other to provide faster and better service. This can be done by helping with cleaning tasks, helping the drive-through take orders/payments, and stocking our station for a shift change. No matter the situation or the person collaboration in the workplace creates a wonderful working environment for both workers and customers.
Reason Number 5: Collaboration boosts morale across your organization. This particular excerpt stood out to me the most, as it's something I personally often notice in my day to day and strive to incorporate. When given the opportunity to collaborate and truly feel as if their input is valid and appreciated , it builds trust and strengthens relationships, knowing that people within a team can rely upon one another for support and growth. In the reverse I also found it fascinating how by having a higher company morale, it in turn encourages collaboration, as it actively displays a more open, engaging, and more importantly, welcoming work environment. Both aspects play heavily into my competitive robotics team as a crucial part about competition is collaboration, not just between your team but other teams to assess one another's strengths and weaknesses, in order to make the best strategy to win the match. Our team in particular is known for high morale and good sportsmanship, consistently welcoming others with smiles, and light-hearted banter, welcoming and embracing collaboration between team members and our alliance partners. As team captain of my robotics team, it's crucial I exhibit these qualities to create a collaborative environment amongst my fellow members and the teams we work with so we can win together. Yet once this environment is accomplished, and everyone feels free to speak their mind and to have their ideas acknowledged and valued , deep and intellectual discussions are sparked and in what competition I can say I have never felt more truly successful in collaborating with another person. When I'm with my team, discussing with another team, match strategy, going over every possible route, detailing our robot’s abilities and understanding one another's strengths and weaknesses. During this time, the positive environment and understanding we’re here to have a good time brings positivity to an otherwise stressful situation, which numerous times have paved the way for deep and productive discussions which allow us to perform our best on the field. Through my time in robotics I have understood the importance of collaboration and more importantly how to foster that collaboration through positivity and understanding. When another feels truly valued in a conversation , it allows us as individuals to perform our best.
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ReplyDelete1. The one thing I found interesting in the article was that collaboration brings people closer together. This caught my attention because I feel this is one of the truths I have found personally when in groups. Collaborating allows me to talk with new people and discover new information about them. I love understanding and talking to people and feel as collaboration really does give people the opportunity to create new relationships.
2. One of my personal experience was with my friends at youth group. Each year for the seniors we have a grad night. My friends and I volunteer to all work together and cook dinner for all of the youth group and their families. This has allowed me to continue to become closer with my friends while learning something new about them each year as we are cooking for many families.
What I found interesting in the article was the idea that people work better in groups with more diverse specialties rather than similar specialties working towards a common goal. I had never really tried putting super diverse groups together out of fear that they would all individualize and only talk to each other if necessary, and I have seen exactly that happen. I like the idea of diverser groups working together though, so I wanted to add on by saying that people within groups need to be willing and wanting to work together towards a similar goal.
ReplyDeleteI have seen this work in my own personal life as editor-in-chief of the yearbook; where I have had to create different groups to accomplish deadlines and our final product of the year. What I have found that is very useful is to also consider personalities and make sure that people are working with others that will encourage them to work together. Often enough I will put complete opposites together much more often than I will put similar people together and it works really well. I also enjoy putting myself in these groups when they need help with the work I have assigned them, and I love seeing dynamics bloom in the groups I create.
What ONE thing stood out to you most in the article? Why?
ReplyDelete- One thing that stood out to me the most in the article was how “Working with new people from different areas of your business also opens up channels that would otherwise remain closed.” - (Moseley, It opens up new channels for communication). The reason that this stood out to me was because of how important I believe that sentence is. I think that connections in the business world are so significant for the reason that it makes a business more successful. A business being run alone can be quite challenging but having connections in the business world makes it easier, fun, and you are able to ultimately strengthen the network of your business. Not only does it make a business more successful but it allows for people to create special bonds with one another that can turn into lifetime friendships.
Describe a moment when you felt part of a truly successful collaborative group/endeavor.
- A moment when I felt part of a truly successful collaborative group was when me and my family worked on creating a poster board to display my personal project at the personal project event. We all played a part in making the poster turn out well whether it was printing papers, cutting papers, or coming up with ideas, everyone helped out. With having different visions but the same goal in mind things turned out better than expected.
One thing that stood out to me the most in the article was that collaboration leads to higher retention rates. When talking about collaboration I think about people working together and being more efficient in their jobs. However, I have never considered that another benefit is that it also makes retention rates higher. This is logical since being a part of something bigger is something many people aspire to do.
ReplyDeleteA moment when I felt part of a truly successful collaborative group was during practice when I played american football. An important aspect of this game is teamwork and coordination as all of the players have to know their jobs as well as the jobs of their teammates in order to be able to adapt quickly and perform plays in ways that work. Every player has an integral role in the success of the play and without full cooperation and collaboration everything can fall apart quickly. However, one day during practice everything fell together perfectly and we ran a play flawlessly that involved complicated movements. This left us feeling accomplished and proud of not only ourselves but our teammates who made it possible.
The aspect of collaboration that stood out most to me was the morale boost that comes along with it. Logically, it makes sense, but I had never reflected on the fact that the trust that is inherent with collaboration can increase success rates within the company and groups.
ReplyDeleteA time I felt successful in a group collaboration is when I had the privilege to write, direct, and act in a skit that was performed in COMPANY's Spring Cabaret. Getting to write the skit with one of my peers was a unique experience because we were able to bounce ideas off of each other to cultivate a safe and creative environment. When I later was able to direct the skit, it was wonderful to see my team carry out my creative vision through their acting and portrayal of the blocking I gave them. Overall, it was an unforgettable moment of collaboration.
The part of collaboration that stood out to me the most was how it not only provided higher retention rates, but also explains how people work better together when their specialities are complementary. Similar specialities don't have much flexibility when working to a common goal whereas more diverse specialities cover more aspects when achieving such goal.
ReplyDeleteA moment that I felt successful in a group collaboration was when my IB Psychology classmates and I got together to study for our test. This test was extremely stressful considering how it relied on solely the test-takers memorization of more than 40 studies. When we got together however, all my nervousness faded away. It was as if iron was sharpening iron and we were improving each others' memory. Each of our uncertainties, about a study for example, were immediately eliminated because of the rapid questions/answers we would bounce off each other. Every one of us was working to the common goal of extending our knowledge of these studies, which is a truly unforgettable moment of collaboration for me.
This is Brian by the way :)
Delete1. One aspect of collaboration which stood out to me was how collaborating with one another could lead to a boost in morale. It never occurred to me that the trust which is built up with collaboration could increase the overall morale of the group. However ,it does make logical sense because working with those who you find trustworthy or like-able would naturally make you happier.
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A moment when I felt successful in group collaboration was in our groups for the learners portfolio. Not only was the work more manageable but I also felt that I learned and understood more after talking it over with my peers.
1. The thing that stood out to me the most was the one I related to the most, reason number seven. Reason seven is why I'm on board with most group projects, individual workload is reduced, and as long as all workers keep responsibility (as they would have to in a work setting) efficiency increases. A natural side effect that comes with collaborative work like group projects is the problems solving as the efficiency comes not just from multiple working people but a variety of working minds.
ReplyDelete2. A specific instance of truly successful collaboration I remember is participating in Polar Express Night sophomore year. While all student-run school events function off of collaborative work with Polar Express Night it felt like we were truly in charge and working together. The decoration before the event presented challenges such as having to make a stand for a Christmas tree and decorate the gym. During the actual event, a very limited amount of students entertained a sea of toddlers with coloring, movies, food, and arts and crafts. The difficulty of the task made the experience more memorable and made me appreciate my fellow scholars more.
Collaboration is not people working side by side but rather the meeting with others, being open toward different thoughts, having a similar kind of purpose. Cooperation is more casual, but collaboration involves deeper effort with focused goals. Working together helps students not only learn something new but also look at some things from a different angle. It reminds us that it is through learning and problem-solving together, we become stronger and more open-minded.
ReplyDeleteA specific moment I remember collaborating was when me and my brother worked together to put a new exhaust system on his car. We both learned and worked things out together as it was both of us's first time doing such a task.
DeleteOne thing that stood out to me was in reason five it talked about how collaborations can help boost morale across your organization, since people tend to naturally trust each other more. There have been a few times when working in a collaboration has been successful. One of these times being when I was helping plan an event for girl scouts, we divided everything we had to do for the event. In the end the event turned out really well.
ReplyDelete1. One thing I found interesting about collaboration is how it brings people together and how people seem to work better when doing so. Collaboration can build trust among peers and that can lead to a more meaningful conversation, I had never thought about that before though, it makes sense because while doing Socratic seminars or any group discussions in general it makes it easier to share opinions when everyone puts out their opinions because of the trust people have in one another to welcome a new perspective. Everyone has their own set of ideas and opinions so when people put those ideas together into a group it would make a more broad perspective.
ReplyDelete2. A time where collaboration makes me feel successful is during my west-mec class. It can be challenging to try and learn something that you are definitely not familiar with however, as everyone else was in the same boat, it made it easier for us to all help and learn together to study material and all pass the tests together.