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1. Explain the importance of teams today. (2 point)
2. Explain what is meant by the “jigsaw method.” What does this method reveal aboutteamwork at school? (2 points)
3. Explain the relationship between teamwork and success. Use specific examples to supportyour answer. (3 points)
4. Discuss the meaning and challenges of virtual teaming. (3 points)
5. According to research, the physical distance of team members and their use of electronicmedia can effect teamwork. Explain. (2points)
6. Explain how diversity consciousness promotes teamwork. (2 points)
7. Discuss three proven strategies for building high-performance teams. (3 points)
8. Explain how decentering and recentering promote synergy. (2 points)
9. List and give examples of three obstacles to teamwork. (3 points)
10. Explain how conflict can promote teamwork. (2 points)
11. List and briefly explain four of the six approaches to conflict management. (4 points)
12. For conflict management to be effective, cultural differences need to be taken into account.Is the preceding statement true or false? Support your answer. (2 points)