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In the case mentioned in the article what tool did they use to improve shared cognition in teams?
They used concept mapping, a structured technique where team members visually map key elements, relationships, and processes of their task.
What two key processes did they study in crisis management teams?
Information sharing and decision-making.
According to Staw (Threat-Rigidity), what are the two main effects of threat?
Restriction of information processing + constriction of control.
What is the difference between transition adaptation and reacquisition adaptation?
Transition = adjusting roles/processes after a change
Reacquisition = regaining performance after a disruption.
What risk occurs when a team only shares “common” information and ignores unique perspectives?
Groupthink or poor decisions due to lack of critical perspectives.
In the case of Air France 447, what team error contributed to the crash?
Lack of clear communication and loss of shared situational awareness.
Why is the transactive memory system crucial in crisis teams?
It allows members to know who knows what, distributing knowledge efficiently and enabling faster adaptation.
What behavior distinguished successful teams in the Port of Rotterdam simulation?
They integrated multidisciplinary information and adjusted decisions in real time (adaptive decision-making).
According to Weick (Sensemaking), what happens when a group loses its shared identity during crisis?
Collapse of sensemaking → chaos, uncoordinated actions, and loss of resilience.