Professional communication: Overview, teamwork, and group dynamics

• Read chapter four of your course guide.
• Read the e-reserve readings on teamwork and group dynamics.
• Please complete the brief survey below to provide me with an early indication on how you are progressing so far. Also asking if you would like me to contact you over the next couple of weeks or during mid-term break to discuss your progress or the course material. 

Your discussion topic for this week is to read the paper "Teamwork in emergency medical services" (Williams, Rose, & Simon, 1999). Comment on the authors' findings and recommendations, and use your knowledge of teamwork and also relevant literature to justify your opinion. Post your discussion in the forum for peer review.

Important links and information:

• Course Guide - Week Four: Course Guide.docx
• Week Four Forum
• Lecture is Tuesday at 1000hrs Brisbane time - BB Collaborate link link for lecture session. Please enter session five minutes early.
• Tutorial discussion is on Friday at 1200hrs Brisbane time - BB Collaborate link for tutorial session. Please enter session five minutes early.
• Tips for Technology page with supporting information on use of BB Collaborate for lectures, tutorials, and group work. 
• Assignment One, your annotated bibliography, is due at midnight Sunday on the end of week four!

Next: Week five - Professional communication: Leadership, assessment, and feedback