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Collaboration. Research collaboration is common, but it is not always a seamless operation. What are your experiences with collaborative work or projects of any kind?. Specifications for writing assignments:. No font smaller than 10 pt. Double space
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Collaboration • Research collaboration is common, but it is not always a seamless operation. • What are your experiences with collaborative work or projects of any kind?
Specifications for writing assignments: • No font smaller than 10 pt. • Double space • Write explanatory notes that help me keep track of which section you are working on, which parts are rewrites, etc.
Collaboration Advantages
Collaboration Disadvantages
Multiple Authors(see Valiela, pp. 135-136) • Reasons to share in the authorship: • importance of individual’s contribution • availability and ability to write • helpful technical support work • prestigious position • Usually, the senior author makes final decisions on structure of manuscript. • All authors should be able to defend and explain the work in public.
Co-authoring Strategies • What are yours?
Collaboration in this class • We give each other feedback on our writing and oral communication skills. • You will “teach” in a couple of the classes and will present your work to the rest of us. • You visit with me regularly to discuss your writing, etc.
Global, electronic video-conferencing asynchronous editing “Track Changes” in MS Word message boards e-mail phone Local, face-to-face meetings synchronous editing of written info./designs informal meetings – combine with social event Danger: distraction CommunicationMechanisms
Collaboration: Team Strategies • Get to know each other. • Allow and encourage disagreement. • Draw out “silent partners.” • Try for consensus rather than “voting.” • Negotiate – use positive language. • Criticize ideas, not people • Be flexible. These strategies work in the United States, at least.
Collaboration: Logistical Strategies • Elect a leader. • At least, appoint project manager or recorder to track decisions made and action items. • Define jobs at beginning – work plan. • Don’t “assign” work; ask for volunteers. • Talk to team members – define differences. • Break into smaller teams. • E-mail to stay in touch between meetings.