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38493Assignment: The Tuckman Model of Group Dynamics

In 1965, psychologist Bruce Tuckman created his now classic model of group dynamics, identifying and describing four stages of group development: “Forming,” “Storming,” “Norming,” and “Performing.” In later years, he added a fifth stage to the model, called “Adjourning.”

In this Application Assignment, you will use the Tuckman Model of Group Dynamics to describe a team experience.

To prepare:

For this Assignment, review the week’s Required Resources, particularly those relating to the Tuckman model.

To complete:

Write a 1- to 2-page paper that summarizes a team experience you’ve had and relate it to the Tuckman Model of Group Dynamics. It could be work-related or a personal project, such as building a cabinet with a friend.

Describe the stages the group experienced in the context of Tuckman’s stages. Please describe the situations involved.
What problems or conflicts arose during the teaming process?
At what stage did the conflicts arise?
How did the group deal with the problems? What was the outcome?
What would have made the process go smoother?

References:
Freshman, B., Rubino, L., & Reid Chassiakos, Y. (Eds.). (2010). Collaboration across disciplines in health care. Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett Learning.

Chapter 4, “Fostering Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Healthcare Organizations” (pp. 77-84, from “Case Studies” to the “Conclusion”)
Exemplary case studies of interdisciplinary collaboration at a California hospital are recounted. Although each addresses a different issue, the experience at this institution demonstrates the effectiveness and utility of an interdisciplinary approach.

Chapter 5, “Doctors Are From Mars, Patients Are From Venus”
This chapter focuses on the history and nature of the traditional doctor-patient relationship and how it is evolving into a collaborative one. Specific responsibilities and skills required of both doctor and patient in creating and supporting a successful collaboration are discussed.