Interaction Within Team

and Team Motivation

Group work
Group work is a form of cooperative learning. It aims to
cater for individual differences, develop students'
knowledge, generic skills (e.g. communication skills,
collaborative skills, critical thinking skills) and attitudes.

Gruop work

Social

work includes all voluntary attempts to

extend benefits in response to need which are
concerned with social relationship and which
avails themselves of scientific knowledge and
methods.
There are six techniques in social work:
social case work
social group work
community work
social welfare administration
social research
social action

Social group work

Step

1:
Listen carefully and take notes. Take a moment to ensure
that you understand the information that is being addressed.
Jot down any questions that arise so that you can address
them during the appropriate time. Many meetings organizers
set aside time for questions and concerns.
Step 2 :
Make occasional eye contact with each speak to show that
you are actively listening. Maintain open body language to
show that you are open to new ideas. Avoid crossing your
arms, tapping your pens and swinging your chair, since
actions such as these can be distracting to the speaker and
the meeting participants.

How to communicated in the group

Step 3:
Allow speakers to complete their thoughts before
interjecting. Avoid speaking when you do not have any
relevant or important information to provide. Speak
clearly so that all members in the group can
understand. Provide direct information rather than
beating around the bush and support all answers and
opinions with facts.
Step 4:
Be sure that everyone understands what is being
communicated. Use schematics, such as charts and
presentations, to reinforce information if you are
presenting detailed ideas or analysis.
Step 5:
Stay cordial. Remember that it is just business. Avoid
derogatory and disrespectful language, even when
other meeting participants are engaging in the
behavior. Remain on your best behavior.

Leadership roles

The Group Leader role is a fantastic opportunity for

someone who already has experience leading young
adults and community/voluntary experience, and is
seeking to consolidate this within the context of
international development.
This role is particularly relevant for anyone looking to
build a career in youth work, community development,
and/or gain more experience and transferable skills,
including team communication, confidence,
resourcefulness and how to handle situations as they
arise, amongst many others.

what is the role in a group leader?

Being the first point of contact for the team during the overseas part of
the ICS programme.
The pastoral care of the team and for ensuring that the team works
well together and builds good group dynamics.
Liaising directly with Progression in-country staff and your partner
organisation while overseas.
Ensuring the team is maintaining health, safety and security and
contacting Progression in-country staff in case of an emergency.
Supporting the other volunteers in their individual roles and in their
personal development, as appropriate.
Supporting and facilitating the team in their learning, and leading team
meetings.
Delegating tasks to other team members where appropriate.
Supporting the team to make the most of opportunities so that both
the local community and the volunteers get the most out of the
experience.
Looking after placement resources where appropriate.

Focus on the positive :

Cliques have power to get the job done.
Cliques can create a sense of safety and inclusion
for their members.
Cliques can work across departments and
accomplish just about any task.
Cliques play an integral part in team morale and
create a sense of camaraderie thats difficult for
even the most adept manager to replicate.

How to Handle Cliques and Groups at Work

Focus on the negative :

You know whats right for your situation, but consider
intervening when
Cliques are purposefully alienating others.
Groups are closed to any perspectives other than their
own.
People are missing out on opportunities to expand their
careers or view of the company.
Alienation is causing employees to shut down and not
perform to the best of their abilities.
Bullying or inappropriate language and behavior emerge

Thank you