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1. Show video clip / tell story (10 mins)
2. Small (Paired) group discussion (5 mins)
Q1. Who was to blame for the situation the group ended up in?
Suggested Answers :
No one, or everyone. All wanted to avoid conflict with the rest so by confirming with the rest they all affected the outcome!
Q2. What team-working skills would have helped the group avoid such a situation?
Suggested Answers:
By realizing that the Abilene Paradox is in effect, the team can be more careful in their decisions. Having effective communication in what each team member honestly feels, can lead to a logical and carefully planned decision on outcomes.
3. Large Group Discussion & Debrief (15 mins)
Examples of Abilene Paradox as applied to the military context.
Eg. Reluctance to pose or question the CO’s decision.
Objective:
To help members appreciate the different behavioural roles within a group that are necessary to minimize dysfunctional group behavior
2. Small (Paired) group discussion (5 mins)
Q1. Who was to blame for the situation the group ended up in?
Suggested Answers :
No one, or everyone. All wanted to avoid conflict with the rest so by confirming with the rest they all affected the outcome!
Q2. What team-working skills would have helped the group avoid such a situation?
Suggested Answers:
By realizing that the Abilene Paradox is in effect, the team can be more careful in their decisions. Having effective communication in what each team member honestly feels, can lead to a logical and carefully planned decision on outcomes.
3. Large Group Discussion & Debrief (15 mins)
Examples of Abilene Paradox as applied to the military context.
Eg. Reluctance to pose or question the CO’s decision.
Objective:
To help members appreciate the different behavioural roles within a group that are necessary to minimize dysfunctional group behavior