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ASSIGNMENT FRONT SHEET Qualification BTEC Level HND Diploma in Computing Unit number and title Unit 3: Professional Practice Submission date 27/03/2023 Date Received 1st submission Re-submission Date 27/03/2023 Date Received 2nd submission Student Name Tran Duc Long Student ID GCH210562 Class GCH1106 Assessor name Do Manh Thai Student declaration I certify that the assignment submission is entirely my own work and I fully understand the consequences of plagiarism I understand that making a false declaration is a form of malpractice Student’s signature Grading grid P5 P6 P7 P8 M4 M5 D3 D4 Page of 44 Summative Feedback: Resubmission Feedback: 2.1 2.2 Grade: 2.3 Assessor Signature: Date: Internal Verifier’s Comments: Signature & Date: Page of 44 Table of Contents A INTRODUCTION B DISCUSS THE IMPORTANCE OF TEAM DYNAMICS IN THE SUCCESS AND/OR FAILURE OF GROUP WORK (P5) I Definition of team dynamics II Characteristics of Team Dynamics that Make for a Winning Team III The importance of team dynamics in the success and/or failure of group work IV In my group C 4.1 Success factor 4.2 Failer factor 4.3 Task Role: WORK WITHIN A TEAM TO ACHIVE A DEFINED GOAL (P6) 10 I Introduction of my group work 10 About the group 10 About the event 11 II My role in the group work 12 III Result of group work 12 D DISCUSS THE IMPORTANCE OF CPD AND ITS CONTRIBUTION TO OWN LEARNING (P7) 13 I Definition of CPD (continuing professional development) 13 II Why CPD importance 15 III CPD contribution to YOUR own learning 16 E OBJECTIVES AND REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND LEARNING FOR OWN FUTURE (P8) 16 I II Setting goals 16 2.1 Short-term goals 17 2.2 Long-term goals 17 Three skills need to develop 18 2.1 Time management skills 18 2.2 Communication skills 19 2.3 Leadership skills 19 Page of 44 III Strengths and weaknesses 20 3.1 Weaknesses 21 3.2 Strengths 22 IV Develop strengths and weaknesses 23 4.1 Develop strengths 23 4.2 Improve weakness 23 V Rating development needs 25 VI Development plan 26 F ANALYZE TEAM DYNAMICS, IN TERMS OF THE ROLES GROUP MEMBERS PLAY IN A TEAM AND THE EFFECTIVENESS IN TERMS OF ACHIEVING SHARED GOALS (M4) 27 I Overview 27 II Roles of team member in team dynamics 28 III Summary 30 G COMPARE AND CONTRAST DIFFERENT MOTIVATIONAL THEORIES AND THE IMPACT THEY CAN HAVE ON PERFORMANCE WITHIN THE WORKPLACE (M5) 30 I Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs 31 II Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory/Motivator-Hygiene 32 III The Equity Theory 34 H A CRITICAL EVALUATION OF YOUR OWN ROLE AND CONTRIBUTION TO A GROUP SCENARIO (D3) 37 I EVALUATE A RANGE OF EVIDENCE CRITERIA THAT IS USED AS A MEASURE FOR EFFECTIVE CPD (D4) 38 J CONCLUSION 41 K CRITICAL EVALUATION 41 L I Strength 41 II Weaknesses 42 III Improvement 42 IV I look forward to my grade 43 REFERENCE LIST 43 Page of 44 Table of Figure FIGURE 1: TEAM DYNAMICS (TEAMTECHNOLOGY, 2023) FIGURE 2: PLACE CHOOSEN TO ORGANIZE EVENT 12 FIGURE 3: TEAMWORK IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS 13 FIGURE 4: CDP (JOHNSTON, 2021) 14 FIGURE 6: SETTING GOALS 17 FIGURE 7: TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS 18 FIGURE 8: COMMUNICATION SKILLS 19 FIGURE 9: LEADER SKILLS 20 FIGURE 10: STENGTH AND WEAKNESS 21 FIGURE 11: WEAKNESS 21 FIGURE 12: STRENGTH 22 FIGURE 13: DEVELOP STRENGTHS 23 FIGURE 14: IMPROVE WEAKNESS 24 FIGURE 15: RATING DEVELOPMENT NEEDS 25 FIGURE 16: MY RATING DEVELOPMENT NEEDS 25 FIGURE 17: MASHOW'S HIERARCHY OF NEEDS 31 FIGURE 18: HERZBERG’S TWO-FACTOR THEORY/MOTIVATOR-HYGIENE 32 FIGURE 19: THE EQUITY THEORY 34 Page of 44 A INTRODUCTION In my assignment 1, my team and I discussed the actions we took to complete the "Gala dinner Connect together" project, which aimed to bring all members of our company together Through our self-assessment of the skills required for the project, we were able to identify both our areas of proficiency and weaknesses, which will serve as evidence for the other members This process will help everyone to develop together in the future For the assignment 2, I will discuss the crucial connection between team dynamics and members' behavior and how it significantly impacts the success of the "Gala dinner - Connect together" project Additionally, this report will delve into the factors that affect personal growth by setting clear and specific goals for career advancement, both in the short and long term This study also covers the concept of CDP, which illustrates the process of growth and the potential outcomes that can be achieved through continuous self-improvement B DISCUSS THE IMPORTANCE OF TEAM DYNAMICS IN THE SUCCESS AND/OR FAILURE OF GROUP WORK (P5) I Definition of team dynamics Figure 1: Team dynamics (teamtechnology, 2023) Team dynamics refers to the interaction and relationship among members of a team, which can have a significant impact on how the team functions, performs, and achieves its objectives It involves the complex and interdependent factors that influence the team's productivity, communication, collaboration, decision-making, conflict resolution, and overall effectiveness Team dynamics can be influenced by various factors, such as Page of 44 individual personalities, skills, and attitudes, team size, structure, leadership, culture, and external environmental factors Understanding and managing team dynamics is crucial for promoting a positive team environment and achieving optimal performance and outcomes (teamtechnology, 2023) II Characteristics of Team Dynamics that Make for a Winning Team There are several key characteristics of team dynamics that are commonly associated with high-performing, winning teams: • Clear Goals: A winning team has a clear understanding of its goals and objectives, and all team members are committed to achieving them • Communication: Effective communication is essential for a winning team All team members should feel comfortable sharing their ideas, concerns, and feedback openly and honestly • Trust: Trust is a vital component of successful team dynamics Members must trust each other's skills, judgment, and intentions to work together effectively • Cooperation: A winning team functions as a cohesive unit, with all members working together to achieve the team's goals Each member's strengths and weaknesses are recognized and leveraged to optimize performance • Accountability: Each team member should be accountable for their individual contributions to the team's success A winning team operates with a sense of responsibility and ownership for its outcomes • Adaptability: A winning team is adaptable and able to adjust to changes in its environment or circumstances Members are flexible and open-minded, able to pivot as needed to stay on track • Positive Attitude: Finally, a winning team has a positive, can-do attitude Members are motivated and committed to the team's success, maintaining a sense of enthusiasm and energy even when faced with challenges III The importance of team dynamics in the success and/or failure of group work Team dynamics play a crucial role in the success or failure of group work When team members work well together, they can leverage each other's strengths, share ideas and knowledge, and achieve better results than they could individually Conversely, when team dynamics are poor, communication breaks down, and conflicts arise, leading to suboptimal performance, missed deadlines, and project failure (Mindtools, 2023) Effective team dynamics ensure that all team members have a clear understanding of their roles, responsibilities, and goals When roles and responsibilities are clearly defined, and goals are aligned, team members can collaborate more effectively, reduce overlap, Page of 44 and work towards a common objective Good team dynamics also foster open communication, trust, and respect among team members, allowing them to share feedback, ideas, and concerns, and to address conflicts constructively On the other hand, poor team dynamics can lead to a lack of trust, poor communication, and decreased motivation When team members not feel heard or valued, they may become disengaged, leading to lower productivity and performance Conflicts and disagreements can also arise when team members have different expectations, goals, or opinions, leading to unproductive arguments and delays In summary, team dynamics are a critical factor in the success or failure of group work When team members work well together, communication is open and honest, and roles and responsibilities are clearly defined, the team can achieve its goals and objectives effectively On the other hand, when team dynamics are poor, conflicts and misunderstandings can arise, leading to suboptimal performance, missed deadlines, and project failure (Mindtools, 2023) IV In my group 4.1 Success factor Success factor Provide innovative suggestions Respect for all points of view Adhere to the established principles Everyone all treated fairly Accept the distinction 4.2 How to achieve it In my group, we've developed a dynamic working environment to encourage everyone's innovation We recognize that everyone's viewpoints are important and should be listened and respected into account when making decisions We established regulations and punishments for members who broke those rules We recognize that each individual's viewpoint and decision affects the work of the entire team When all issues are handled transparently, team members can put their trust in one another and operate with peace of mind Everyone learns to tolerate differences and not be bothered by the work habits of some team members simply because they are not the same Failer factor Conflict is unavoidable in teamwork, thus we must occasionally spend more time resolving differences If we avoid conflicts, we have more time to complete the job rather than dealing with controversies Page of 44 During the project's implementation, the synchronization of opinions among the members was poor, resulting in a lack of coherence in the project, which was a problem for all groups, not just mine Distractions also happen frequently during project work, we usually intend to have a break of about 30 minutes but actually we did it in more hour Sometimes social networking sites also affect the concentration of members, but this is not too difficult to handle 4.3 Task Role: Every member's position in my group is clearly defined and shown Furthermore, we encourage employees who want to challenge themselves by allowing them to cycle and alter positions within the team This fosters an environment in which everyone may learn and grow, as well as develop a larger range of skills and viewpoints Name The role of member Activities Vu Thi Minh Ngoc Follower, Opinion Seeker , Ngoc supervises team members in Co-Ordinater project implementation and connects members with partners such as introducing members, sending contact information, monitoring organizations, decorating event spaces, reviewing and edit the content and time of the event Support members when having problems at the venue such as power failure, lack of game equipment Sa Duc Anh Procedural Technician, Duc Anh provides equipment for Recorder meetings such as laptops, projectors, recorders, The content of the meeting and activities of the event such as team building, gala dinner, experiences he recorded He also supervises the technical part of the event such as sound, lighting, equipment such as microphones, led screens In charge of liaising with equipment suppliers to solve problems promptly when equipment malfunctions Page of 44 Nguyen Thi Huyen Trang Opinion Giver, Harmornizer Le Ba Chien Information Seeker, Commentator - Give perspective on activities, games and travel schedules during the trip Games such as blindfold catching goats, jumping sacks, She arranges fun places to go from far to near, such as Monkey Island, Vinpearland, to facilitate moving and withdrawing short travel time - He provides information about the location, restaurants, hotels, and contact information of the managers - He also gives suggestions for event space decoration units and gives decoration samples -Evaluate and highlight the strengths and weaknesses of the opinions people provide He objected to holding water games because some people can't swim In my opinion, I believe that all the members are fulfilling their roles adequately They assist and collaborate with one another to ensure that the work is completed successfully Additionally, we make an effort to connect our roles and comprehend each other's responsibilities to foster understanding and provide support Overall, we work together effectively as a team and have accomplished our project goals C WORK WITHIN A TEAM TO ACHIVE A DEFINED GOAL (P6) I Introduction of my group work About the group Our group was established through the project "Gala dinner- Connect together" implemented for all eployees in company Our group is include members: me (Tran Duc Long), Vu Minh Ngoc, Nguyen Huyen Trang, Le Ba Chien, and Sa Duc Anh Because we were in the same class for more than a year, we understand each other's personalities and attitudes, and the ability is pretty good So the division of tasks is quite easy Page 10 of 44