Code-Switching
What is code-switching?
Switching between different languages or ways of speaking depending on the situation
What does collaboration mean?
Working with others toward a shared goal
True or False: Teamwork is stronger when people ignore differences.
(Answer: False)
What is the first step in problem-solving?
Identifying the problem clearly
Taking responsibility for your actions is called this.
What is accountability?
Give one example of code-switching.
Using slang with friends and formal English in an interview, at work or in a professional setting
Which is the BEST way to collaborate:
a) Listening to others’ ideas
b) Ignoring differences
a) Listening to others’ ideas
Teamwork means:
a) Working alone
b) Working together toward a common goal
b – Working together toward a common goal)
True or False: Problem solving only involves reacting to challenges as they happen.
What is False?
True or False: Professional values guide behavior in the workplace.
What is True?
Why do people code-switch? Name at least one reason.
To fit in, show respect, or communicate clearly
What is one barrier to effective collaboration?
Poor communication
Which of these shows poor teamwork?
Helping others finish tasks, Refusing to listen to teammates, Respecting deadlines,
Sharing responsibilities
Refusing to listen to teammates
A team member shows problem-solving skills by which of the following?
Ignoring challenges, Blaming others, Identifying solutions and taking action, Waiting for someone else to fix it
What is Identifying solutions and taking action
Which of the following is an example of professionalism?
Showing up on time to work, Gossiping about coworkers, Refusing to complete tasks, Ignoring workplace rules
Showing up on time to work
When someone switches between AAVE and Standard English depending on the setting, what is this called?
Code-switching
True or False: In collaboration, everyone’s input is valuable.
What is True
What is one benefit of teamwork?
Sharing skills and ideas
Essential skills for problem solving include listening, analyzing, and this.
What is decision making.
This value emphasizes honesty and fairness in all actions.
What is integrity?
True or False: Code-switching always means speaking a different language.
False
What should a group do if they can’t agree on a solution?
Vote or compromise
A team leader should:
Listen to the group and guide them toward the goal)
List the five main steps in problem-solving.
Identify the problem, analyze the impact, brainstorm solutions, choose the best one, implement and monitory results
Integrity in a professional setting means:
Doing the right thing even when no one is watching