GROUP DYNAMICS AND TEAMWORK PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ISL349	GROUP DYNAMICS AND TEAMWORK	5	3	3	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. ÇAĞLA TUĞBERK ARIKER
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to teach students how to create effective teams, the functions of teams in the workplace and how to develop critical thinking skills to evaluate team processes.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The content of the course consists of the knowledge, attitudes and skills required to be effective team members, and topics related to team processes such as team characteristics, team motivation, group cohesion and group roles.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Gain critical thinking skills to evaluate group dynamics and team processes
Understand the characteristics of teams, teamwork processes, and how teams work in organizations
Develop skills to use creative problem-solving techniques by learning how to analyze problems faced by teams, including conflict, power and social influence, and leadership
Develop their ability to work effectively in groups

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading relevant textbook section	Introduction to Group Dynamics and Teamwork	Lecture and discussion
2	Reading relevant textbook section	Team Types	Lecture and discussion
3	Reading relevant textbook section	Designing and Developing Effective Work Teams	Lecture and discussion
4	Reading relevant textbook section	Team Members and Effective Team Membership	Lecture and discussion
5	Reading relevant textbook section	Team Norms and Roles	Lecture and discussion
6	Reading relevant textbook section	Diversity in Teams	Lecture and discussion
7	Reading relevant textbook section	Team Cohesion and Support	Lecture and discussion
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading relevant textbook section	Conflict in Teams	Lecture and discussion
10	Reading relevant textbook section	Motivation in Teams	Lecture and discussion
11	Reading relevant textbook section	Decision Making Process in Teams	Lecture and discussion
12	Reading relevant textbook section	Creative Problem Solving in Teams	Lecture and discussion
13	Reading relevant textbook section	Emotional Intelligence in Teams	Lecture and discussion
14	Reading relevant textbook section	Leadership in Teams	Lecture and discussion
15	Reading relevant textbook section	Evaluation and Development of Team Performance	Lecture and discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Brown, R., & Pehrson, S. (2020). Group processes: Dynamics within and between groups, 3rd Edition, John Wiley & Sons. Levi,
Group Dynamics for Teams, 5th Edition, SAGE Publications. ISBN: 978-1-4833-7834-3
Parker, G. M. (2011). Team players and teamwork: New strategies for developing successful collaboration. John Wiley & Sons.
West, M. A. (2012). Effective teamwork: Practical lessons from organizational research. John Wiley & Sons.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Define the theories, concepts and principles of the basic and sub-fields of business.				3
2	Explain business functions and processes based on current scientific sources.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Relate internationally valid business cases with the theories and concepts of other social sciences.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the current events and facts in his / her field analytically and systematically based on advanced knowledge and skills he / she has.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use the theoretical and factual knowledge in business for occupational practices.				3
2	Solve individual and organizational problems in business life.					4
3	Use computer programs (SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) efficiently against the complex business problems.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Plan research and work using knowledge and skills gained in the field of business.						5
2	Organize the activities for organizational goals and purposes independently.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Criticize advanced knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach.					4
2	Develop the existing knowledge and skills with a critical point of view under the impact of scientific, technological and current developments.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Express his/her knowledge, thoughts and solutions on business to related stakeholders in written and verbal ways.				3
2	Use the information and communication technology software and equipment required for business.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values at the stages of the collection of data, their implementation, interpretation and announcement of results in the field of business.				3
2	Relate the concepts of social rights, occupational safety, employee health, quality management and sustainability with the cases in business life.				3

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	7	4	28
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	7	3	21
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	10	10
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	10	10
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	46	0	127