Summary
Contents
Subject index
Working in Teams is an undergraduate textbook that prepares students to work in collaborative, interdependent environments. This class-tested text is written in an engaging style with illustrations and examples that are of interest to today's students. Interesting case studies at the beginning of each chapter draw readers in, provide accessible context for the material, and create a desire to know more. Also included with the book will be a 360° online team assessment tool that will help students to improve their team performance.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Decisions are continuously being made by both individuals and teams. Some decisions are made subconsciously while others are the focus of much deliberate thought and debate. Healthy discussion considers multiple perspectives and weighs their relative strengths and weaknesses before coming to a decision. This chapter is divided into three major parts. First, we discuss the way people process information. Then, we describe the typical mistakes that occur when groups make decisions. Finally, we describe a systematic model of decision making that encourages thoughtful and consistent team participation to avoid those mistakes.
Case 6.1: Weapons of Mass Destruction
In March 2003, the United States decided to launch an invasion of Iraq. At the time, fear of the possibility of Iraq having weapons of ...
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