Chapter 7 - Team communications projects

Question 1

What is the consensus model?

Answer 1

• everyone works together on everything in the project until there is a consensus on what should be in each section
• it often takes longer than the team has and there is potential for major disagreement which may slow down progress

Question 2

What is the delegation model?

Answer 2

• one person does the research, writing and editing, but consults with the team through out
• this allows the potential for miscommunication to the people who are not writing the piece

Question 3

What is the collaboration model?

Answer 3

• the team will define tasks, create an outline and make major decisions together but different team members gather info and evidence for different sections of the document
• still has some potential of breaking down through lack of communication or task completion

Question 4

How should you prepare to write in a team?

Answer 4

• assign members different sections to research
• communicate regularly through out process
• meet frequently to keep on top of issues and gain new ideas through group brainstorming (different perspectives)
• review the research & provide a summary of findings
• fill information gaps with any missing research

Question 5

What is the suggested editing strategy for group papers?

Answer 5

1. review content - all required info there?
2. read + reread - look for style, tone & word choice
3. double check sources
4. revise for unity - appears like 1 person wrote
5. review for mechanics
6. review appearance
7. print & double check again

Question 6

What is document cycling?

Answer 6

• many people will review your document before endorsement by the company to ensure expectations are met
• these people are part of a review chain & help to improve overall product