Question 1

"A goal-oriented, mutually beneficial process used to address problems, promote strengths, resolve differences, and educate involved individuals through shared responsibility for the outcomes of the collaborative process" is the definition of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  collaboration 
B)  togetherness 
C)  consultation 
D)  collusion A

Question 2

Why is identifying a common goal an important step when working collaboratively? Give an example of when and why not developing a common goal could be destructive to a collaborative process.

Accepted Answer

Identifying a common goal is an important step when working collaboratively because it provides a clear direction for the team to work towards. When everyone is aligned on a common goal, it helps to ensure that everyone is working towards the same outcome and reduces the likelihood of conflicting priorities or misunderstandings. It also fosters a sense of unity and purpose among team members, which can improve motivation and productivity.

For example, in a business setting, a team of employees may need to collaborate on a project to increase sales for a particular product. If they do not have a common goal, some team members may focus on increasing online sales while others may focus on in-store promotions, leading to a lack of coordination and potentially conflicting efforts.

Not developing a common goal can be destructive to a collaborative process because it can lead to confusion, frustration, and inefficiency. Without a common goal, team members may work at cross purposes, duplicate efforts, or even work against each other, ultimately hindering the success of the collaborative effort.

In a real-life scenario, imagine a group of students working on a group project for a class. If they do not establish a common goal for the project, some students may prioritize creating a visually appealing presentation while others may prioritize conducting thorough research. This lack of alignment can lead to a disjointed final project and potentially lower grades for the group as a whole.

In conclusion, identifying a common goal is crucial for successful collaboration as it provides a clear direction, fosters unity, and reduces the likelihood of conflicting efforts. Not developing a common goal can be destructive to a collaborative process, leading to confusion, inefficiency, and potentially negative outcomes.

Question 3

One or two members of a six-person team making all of the decisions would be a poor example of the ___________ principle of collaboration.

Accepted Answer

A)  a team 
B)  equal partners 
C)  sharing responsibility 
D)  a choice B

Question 4

Differing beliefs and values, as well as knowledge and skills, may make it difficult for teams to identify and achieve common goals. This would be considered a(n) _________.

Accepted Answer

A)  pragmatic barrier 
B)  conceptual barrier 
C)  attitudinal barrier 
D)  professional barrier

Question 5

Participants in the collaborative process must be given __________; if they are not, they may be unconcerned with the team's goals or the outcomes of the team.

Accepted Answer

A)  responsibilities 
B)  a choice 
C)  voting rights 
D)  group goals

Question 6

What are the similarities and differences between consultation and teaming?

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Which is not a key to a successful collaborative relationship?

Accepted Answer

A)  Working together 
B)  Shared responsibility of outcomes 
C)  Uneven amounts of work 
D)  A voluntary relationship

Question 8

Which collaborative process involves a hierarchical relationship?

Accepted Answer

A)  Collaboration 
B)  Teaming 
C)  Consultation 
D)  Collusion

Question 9

Collaboration involves:

Accepted Answer

A)  Two or more parties working together voluntarily 
B)  A planned, formal process 
C)  A more spontaneous and more informal process 
D)  All of the above

Question 10

Mrs. Lawrence is a third grade teacher who is having trouble finding time to work collaboratively with her co-teacher as she is not available before or after school due to her own family obligations. This is an example of a(n) _________.

Accepted Answer

A)  pragmatic barrier 
B)  conceptual barrier 
C)  attitudinal barrier 
D)  professional barrier

Question 11

Sharing the responsibility of outcomes . . .

Accepted Answer

A)  should be done with positive and negative outcomes 
B)  means holding team members who made key decisions responsible for the decision 
C)  should only be done with negative outcomes 
D)  should only be done with positive outcomes

Question 12

Give one positive and one negative example of sharing responsibility of outcomes.

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

Teachers at Old Oak MS have become used to students with IEPs spending considerable time in resource rooms. Issues arise when the school tries to begin implementing co-teaching classrooms. This is an example of a(n) ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  pragmatic barrier 
B)  conceptual barrier 
C)  adversarial barrier 
D)  professional barrier

Question 14

Which of the following is considered to be a collaborative process with an agenda - usually aimed at preventing or resolving specific issues?

Accepted Answer

A)  Consideration 
B)  Teaming 
C)  Contemplation 
D)  Formal process

Exam 1: Collaboration Principles and Practices by Stephen B. Richards