COM 353 Syllabus

COM353 SMALL GROUP COMUNICATION

team

“The strength of the team is each individual member.

The strength of each member is the team.”

--Phil Jackson

MWF 11:00-11:50 - MOORE 206 - 22262593 MW 2:00-3:15 - MOORE 214 - 22259056

OFFICE: MOORE 221E • HOURS: MW 3:30-5:00 and T 2:00-4:00 or by appt.

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WEEK 1: Begnnning BLVD UNIT 1 HIGHWAY WEEKS 1-6

T FEEDBACK DAY MWF -W 10/22 MW - W 10/22

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FRIDAY: October 24th BY 5 pm VIA E-MAIL

REFLECTION 11 DUE MWF - M 10/20 MW - M 10/20

TEAM PARTICIPATION SURVEYS DUE 10/27

RECHARGE! MIDTERMS

REFLECTION 1 DUE MWF - F 8/29 MW - W 8/27

UNIT 3 HIGHWAY

Individual Paper 2 Due 12/10

REFLECTION 2 DUE MWF - W 9/1 MW - W 9/1 REFLECTION 3 DUE MWF - M 9/8 MW - M 9/8 REFLECTION 4 DUE MWF - W 9/10 MW - W 9/10

APPROACH! REFLECTION 10 DUE MWF -W 10/15 MW - W 10/15

REFLECTION 8 DUE MWF -M 10/6 MW - M 10/6

REFLECTION 6 DUE MWF - W 9/17 MW - W 9/17

WEEKS 7-9

WEEK 6: Project 1 Presentations

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Friday December 5th BY 5 pm VIA E-MAIL FEEDBACK DAY MWF - W 12/3 MW - W 12/3

STEP 2 - DUE 11/5 (see page 55 for instructions) REFLECTION 14 DUE MWF - W 11/5 MW - W 11/5

REFLECTION 16 DUE MWF - M 12/1 MW - M 12/1

NO CLASS on W 11/26 & F 11/28

STEP 3 - DUE 11/7 MWF- 9/29, 10/1, 10/3 MW - 9/29 & 10/1

Individual Paper 1 Due 9/19 REFLECTION 7 DUE MWF - M 9/22 MW - M 9/22

REFLECTION 13 DUE MWF - W 10/29 MW - W 10/29

STEP 1 - DUE 10/31 (see page 55 for instructions)

UNIT 2 HIGHWAY

REFLECTION 5 DUE MWF - M 9/15 MW - M 9/15

WEEK 15: Exam 2 Due

REFLECTION 12 DUE MWF - M 10/27 MW - M 10/27

REFLECTION 9 DUE MWF - M 10/8 MW - M 10/8

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FEEDBACK DAY MWF - F 9/26 MW - W 9/24

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WEEK 16: Final Activity (see syllabus)

TEAM PARTICIPATION SURVEYS DUE 12/8

WEEKS 10-13

SYLLABUS QUIZ via blackboard 8/29

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WEEK 9: Exam 1 Due

STEP 4 - DUE 11/12 WEEK 13:Project 2 Presentations

REFLECTION 15 DUE MWF - M 11/24 MW - M 11/24

UNIT 4 HIGHWAY

MWF - 11/17, 11/19, 11/21 MW - 11/17 & 11/19

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WEEKS 13-15

GEAR UP Y UR GROUPS Course objectives

SYSTEMS Teams operating like systems are intentional in setting the team vision, understanding their members while reflecting on their progress and adjusting.

CONFLICT Real conflict in teams is the avoidance of it.

Although it appears “unhealthy,” expressed conflict that is handled maturely creates a strong team culture.

LEAD teams that operate as effective SYSTEMS using CONFLICT RESOLUTION, EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE, and NONTRADITIONAL PROBLEM SOLVING techniques.

LEADERSHIP & EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE We will explore the role of emotional intelligence to transform teams through leadership in hopes of shattering the common leadership styles.

PROBLEM SOLVING The ability to solve complex problems as a team is the ultimate test of a team’s effectiveness.

And it’s also a major skill your future employers want!

You will work with the same team the entire semester. Therefore, your success in this class revolves around your willingness to learn and apply these principles.

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THE 3 R’s OF RESPONSIBILITY Individually, you are asked to do the following three things on a daily basis in order to fully participate in class:

1. READ: The assigned readings The Five Dysfunctions of a team is our required “textbook” for the course.

We will spend the first 5 weeks reading it and applying the principles as we begin to build the foundation of our teams.

The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team by: Patrick Lencioni

(Required Textbook)

Articles on

+ Blackboard

There will be additional reading (aside from the textbook) available on blackboard. These will vary in length. Expect at least one article per night along with your textbook reading.

2. REFLECT: On the assigned readings Upon reading the required textbook and/or other assigned readings on blackboard, you will be asked to REFLECT on the coinciding questions in your course pack (5 points each x 16 total).

NOTE: YOU WILL NOT EARN CREDIT FOR REFLECTION IF YOU DO NOT HAVE COURSE PACK PRESENT WITH YOU IN CLASS.

COM353

SMALL GROUP COMUNICATION

team

“The strength of the team is each individual member.

The strength of each member is the team.”

--Phil Jackson

MWF 11:00-11:50 - MOORE 206 - 22262593 MW 2:00-3:15 - MOORE 214 - 22259056

OFFICE: MOORE 221E • HOURS: MW 3:30-5:00 and T 2:00-4:00 or by appt.

3. REPRESENT: The principles You are expected to LIVE OUT or REPRESENT these principles in your team. However, if there is a problem, I ask that you DO notify me as soon as possible if someone is NOT doing their part.

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P eriodic Table of E valuation TEAM

INDIVIDUAL

As a team you will share a grade based on the As an individual you will earn a grade based on the following four elements in each exam/presentation. following four elements.

Sy SYNERGY

Cr CREATIVITY

E EXECUTION

Synergy is the ability to work as a team in a way that magnifies each other’s strengths beyond an average or expected product.

Reflection is about thinking deeply about the information presented and how it can applied to make successful teams.

REFLECTION takes time, effort, and dedication.

Each product should be highly unique to your team’s interests, have a level of audience interaction, and showcase creative thinking.

You are excused from two classes. 5 points are deducted for each absence after that. Please use these absences wisely. Sickness, and family emergencies are WISE reasons.

Highly prepared teams execute professional products within time limits, following the guidelines, and without the use of note cards.

You will be individually evaluated 2 different times by your teammates. Your grade for participation in the team will be posted at the end of the semester.

As a team, deep learning is showcased through your ability to exemplify the major principles we discuss in a class and consistant dedication to creating syngery.

~55% of grade

DLL DEEP LEARNING

Re REFLECTION

A ATTENDANCE

Pa TEAM PARTICIPTION

Individually, deep learning is showcased through your determination and willingness to work past the common “group” habits while growing as an individual team member.

~45% of grade

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Ma e The Team Work

A

BOVE AND BEYOND 90-93% A- • 94-100% A

Characteristics: • Reads and reflects in detail/reviews it before projects/exams • Regularly attends class and participates at deep level in class • Leads team to work together through encouragement & enthusiasm • Goes above and beyond team expectations • Helps teammates become stronger individuals

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IT MORE EFFORT

80-82% B- • 83-86% B • 87-89% B+ Characteristics: • Reads and reflects in semi-detail/doesn’t always review it • Attends class frequently and participates semi-regularly • Works with team, does what they are told to do • Brings mainly positive attittude to class and team • Slightly exceeeds minimum requirements from team

LACK OF

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OMMITTMENT

70-72% C- • 73-76% C • 77-79% C+

Characteristics: NOTE: 10% of your grade is based on • Misses classes and does not reflect consistantly how your teammates evaluate you. • Offers little input, if any to the team Lack of commitment to this class can • Lack of positive attitude toward class and team have an adverse effect on your grade.

• Meets minimum requirements from team

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ID NOT DO

60-62 D- • 63-66% D 67-69% D+ • 59% < E

Characteristics: • Rarely completes reflection if at all • Brings bad attitude to class and team • Cannot be relied on to meet requirements for the team

Please LE RN Responsibly Read policies carefully for the best learning outcome If you are NOT present with reflection in class and have it completed in full sentences you will not earn credit.

READ AND REFLECT BEFORE CLASS.

You are allowed to miss 2 classess. Each missed class after 2 results in a penalty of 5 points from your total grade. USE ABSENCE WISELY. No doctor’s notes accepted.

NO EXCUSES. ATTEND CLASS.

STAY CALM & KEEP ADAM AWARE OF WRONGS.

You will be responsible for evaluating your teammates overall participation in your team projects. Please fill them out on time, descriptively, and honestly.

EVALUTE TEAMMATES HONESTLY.

8Y TH3 NUM8ER 2 NOTE: I will not accept late work.

Please be advised that failure to complete individual or team assignments on time will result in a ZERO.

TOTAL: 405 pts.

1 Paper......................25 pts.

Team Participation....*20 pts.

(NOTE: This particular project has internal deadlines)

Team Participation....*20pts. *(up to 20 pts. depending on how you are evaluated)

Team Project 1........45 pts.

Team Exam 2............45 pts.

Team Project 2.........85 pts.

Team Exam 1............45 pts.

1 syllabus quiz...........5 pts.

7 Reflections.............35 pts.

1 paper.....................25 pts.

2 Reflections.............10 pts.

Final..........................15 pts.

3 Reflections.............20 pts.

4 Reflections..............20 pts.

UNIT 1: SYSTEMS

The Point Breakdown

UNIT 4: CONFLICT

UNIT 3: PROBLEM SOLVING

UNIT 2: EQ in LEADERSHIP

Conflict will arise in your team, it is inevitable. How you respond is up to you.

Please keep Adam updated on problems.

What are TEAM EXAMS? The two exams you will complete in this class are “take-home” exams to be completed as a team. See blackboard for more details.

What is the FINAL? During final exam week, we will meet as a class and complete an activity together.

Failure to attend will result in 15 point loss.

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INFO that’s GOOD to KNOW

Please read through carefully, as your success in my class relies on both your understanding of CMU Policies and your well being.

Family Emergency/Bereavement Policy: I understand that family emergencies will arise as well as the unexpected loss of loved ones. I ask that you in the case of a family emergency or loss of a loved one you notify me via e-mail as soon as possible. Every situation is different therefore it is IMPERATIVE that you are prepared for the worst case scenario and thus have your work completed (when possible) in the case of an emergency that hinders you from coming to class. I will make accomodations on a case by case basis. PLEASE save absences for reasons such as these or sickness. I work hard at accomodating those in challenging circumstances. Please keep me informed.

Academic Dishonesty: IN THE CASE YOU ARE CAUGHT PLAGIARIZING (i.e. taking credit for the use of someone else’s work) you will recieve a ZERO for that assignment.

In the academic community the high value placed on truth implies a corresponding intolerance of scholastic dishonesty. Written or other work which a student submits must be the product of his/her own efforts. Plagiarism, cheating and other forms of academic dishonesty, including dishonesty involving computer technology, are prohibited.

Religious Observances: It is Central Michigan University policy to permit students to be absent from classes or examinations for reason of observing religious holidays.

Students are allowed to make up course requirements when they are unable to avoid a conflict between their academic and their religious obligations. Absence from classes or examinations caused by observing religious holidays does not relieve students from responsibility for any part of the coursework required during the period of absence. Please contact me via e-mail ahead of time in order to arrange make-up work.

Accomodations: Please contact me during office hours or after class regarding accomodations you need in order to be successful in my class. CMU provides individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in educational programs, activities and services. Students with disabilities requiring accommodations to participate in class activities or meet course requirements should contact Susie Rood, Director of Student Disability Services at (800) 9501144, extension 3018 or email her at sds@cmich.edu, at least 4 weeks prior to registering for class. Students may find additional ADA information and forms at http://www.cmich.edu/student_disability_services.htm.

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Questions? Comments? Concerns?

E-mail

Adam @ Barra1ak@cmich.edu

If you do NOT hear back from him in 24 hours, e-mail him again (unless you e-mail him on Saturday night/Sunday, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll respond Monday morning).

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