COURSE OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES

(4 Credits)

HAMLINE PLAN: C

• Articulate the potential benefits of and barriers to collaboration. (This is the theoretical understanding of different approaches, models, and best practices for collaboration.)

• Critically evaluate how differences in individual characteristics and behavioral styles can impact collaboration and the functioning of a group. (This is understanding how differences in backgrounds, communication styles, decision making styles, power structure, and other elements can impact collaboration.)

• Make meaningful contributions on collaborative projects, providing effective feedback to others on leadership strength and growth area. (This may relate to specific tasks, roles, or other contributions to group functioning, including group processes and outcomes.)

• Analyze group and team behaviors in order to develop effective leadership interventions.

** This class can be replaced with a 4 credit elective from an outside area