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Professional development involves more than looking for work. It involves learning more and adapting to changing work environments. More and more organizations utilize small work groups to accomplish major tasks. With technology it’s no longer necessary for groups to meet physically in an office. Groups can be assigned with group members at separate locations throughout the globe. They are expected to take advantage of technology (email, chat rooms, web conferencing, etc.) to accomplish their mission(s).

To become better group/team members, we often must look at our past and evaluate our strengths and weaknesses. From your own professional perspective:

1. Identify a time in which you worked with a group (work group, church group, school group, etc.) where the experience was unpleasant. Without naming anyone within the group summarize the group’s mission and then explain “why” you felt the group didn’t live up to its potential. Be specific in identifying issues.
2. What could you personally have done differently that could have made the group more successful?
3. Now, identify a time in which you worked with a group (work group, church group, school group, etc.) where the experience was pleasant. Without naming anyone within the group summarize the group’s mission and then explain “why” you felt the group lived up to its potential.
4. How can participating in groups help you in not only succeeding in your current job, but help you in finding future employment?
5. Grading Rubric
   

   Assignment Criteria	Proficient Descriptor	Points
   Quality of Main Post 16 Points Total	Student’s main post meets or exceeds the following requirements: Responds completely to all of parts of discussion question (4 points) Communicates content information accurately and/or logically (4 points) Delivers a thoughtful response demonstrating insights and reflections (4 points) Connects to both key content concepts and personal experiences (4 points)	/16 pts.
   Response to Peers 16 Points Total	Responds to a minimum of two peers (8 points per response) Substantive response (4 points) Furthers the conversation with peers. Examples could include (4 points): Provides additional resources Connects to key concepts Shares personal or professional experiences Contributes new information or perspective Presents a competing viewpoint	/16 pts.
   Support from Learning Resources 4 Points Total	At least one post refers to course learning resources.	/4 pts.
   Professional Writing 4 points	Response is well-organized, clear, and free of grammatical and mechanical errors. Posts demonstrate courtesy and respect for others.	/4 pts.
   Total	40 points possible	/40 pts.