A conceptual model for improving outcomes on student teams through the selection process. (21st September 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Crowne, Kerri Anne; McCloskey, Donna Weaver
• Is Part Of: International journal of teaching and case studies. Volume 12:Number 3(2021)
• Page Start: 189
• Page End: 199
• Publication Date: 2021-09-21
• Subjects: teamwork -- student teams -- team selection process -- team formation -- project teams -- team outcomes -- individual outcomes -- team cohesion -- team performance -- team satisfaction -- team commitment -- self-efficacy -- motivation -- individual performance -- social loafing; Teaching -- Periodicals; 371.10205
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1749-9151

Abstract

The aim of this article is to present a conceptual model of the positive individual and team outcomes that exist from student teams being actively involved in the team formation. It builds on a previously published teaching activity that outlined a team selection process in which students anonymously reviewed potential teammate's resumes. By having students select teammates through a resume-based simulated hiring process, students reflect on the project needs and the requisite skills needed. Using a simulated hiring activity is particularly relevant for business students, since reviewing resumes is usually the first step in the hiring process, thus business students in higher education are learning a necessary skill for their future careers. This article provides additional support for instructors to use an alternative method of team formation that should create more effective teams.