Group Rules
What does the G stand for in the GROUP rules acronym?
Get along
What does ON TASK look like?
Focus
Work
Pay attention
Finish
You're having a hard time in your group. One team member is always off task and fooling around. What can you do?
Ideas: Ask them to please stop or talk to the teacher
You use whole body listening during group work so you know what's going on and to show respect to your group members.
Expected
What does the R stand for in the GROUP rules acronym?
Respect others
Why is it important to use QUIET VOICES?
To show respect
To communicate effectively
To maintain order
So you don't disturb other groups
Groups were assigned yesterday when you were absent and you're not sure what you're supposed to be doing. What can you do?
Ideas: Ask the teacher to go over the assignment expectations or ask your group members what they've done so far and how you can help
Another group member shares an idea that you don't like. You say, "That's stupid. We're not doing that."
Unexpected
What does the O stand for in the GROUP rules acronym?
On task
What does it mean to PARTICIPATE?
Join in
Help with work
Give your ideas
A group member typed something into the presentation that is clearly incorrect. What can you do?
Ideas: Respectfully point out the mistake, show the person the correct answer and show them how you got that answer, and remind yourself to stay calm because it's not a big deal
You and another group member both want to create the artwork for the team presentation. You agree to flip a coin to decide who will do the artwork.
Expected
What does the U stand for in the GROUP rules acronym?
Use quiet voices
Why do you need to STAY IN YOUR GROUP?
To get the work done
So you don't disturb others
To fully participate
To show respect
You made a mistake on the group presentation and another team member respectfully pointed it out. What can you do?
Ideas: Say, "Okay, thanks" and fix your mistake and remind yourself that it's not a big deal.
During class time, you're supposed to be doing online research for your group project, but you decide to watch a few funny videos before you get started.
Unexpected
What does the P stand for in the GROUP rules acronym?
Participate
How can you show RESPECT when working in a group?
- Whole body listening
- Let person express full idea (don't interrupt)
- Ask clarifying questions
- Express a different opinion calmly, clearly, and quietly (no name-calling)
You're playing a video game after dinner when you remember you didn't finish your section of the group presentation. Your group presentation is due tomorrow. What can you do?
Stop playing the game. Finish your part of the presentation. Stay up late if needed. Ask a parent for help if needed.
During a group brainstorming session, you do all of the talking because you have the best ideas.
Unexpected