Understand group dynamics to make team work a success

This is training material was developed by NWREL/BSC to support a day-long introduction to team-building concepts. Implemented initially with VISTA members in inservice training, these materials may be useful for staff or leaders seeking to build skills and knowledge in groups of AmeriCorps and VISTA members who will be working in group environments. Key topics include:

• Stages of group development
• Task and process behaviors
• Conflict information and analysis
• Problem-solving processes
• Decision-making considerations