Course Title: Lead team effectiveness
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2019
Course Code: GEDU6111C
Course Title: Lead team effectiveness
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4371 - Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services
Course Contact: Program Administration
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email: mcvet@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher - Rebekha Naim
Ph 9925 4849
Email rebekha.naim@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In the Live Production industry, much of the work is carried out in teams. In this course you will be required to work effectively in production teams, provide leadership and bridge the gap between crew members and managers. It involves working with your team to plan for outcomes, then work cohesively to get the work done and communicate this to management.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBLDR403 Lead team effectiveness |
Element: |
1. Plan to achieve team outcomes |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Lead the team to identify, establish and document team purpose, roles, responsibilities, goals, plans and objectives in consultation with team members 1.2 Engage team members to incorporate innovation and productivity measures in work plans 1.3 Lead and support team members in meeting expected outcomes |
Element: |
2. Lead team to develop cohesion |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Provide opportunities for input of team members into planning, decision making and operational aspects of work team 2.2 Encourage and support team members to take responsibility for own work and to assist each other in undertaking required roles and responsibilities 2.3 Provide feedback to team members to encourage, value and reward individual and team efforts and contributions 2.4 Recognise and address issues, concerns and problems identified by team members or refer to relevant persons as required 2.5 Model expected behaviours and approaches |
Element: |
3. Participate in and facilitate work team |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Actively encourage team members to participate in and take responsibility for team activities and communication processes 3.2 Give the team support to identify and resolve problems which impede its performance 3.3 Ensure own contribution to work team serves as a role model for others and enhances the organisation's image within the work team, the organisation and with clients/customers |
Element: |
4. Liaise with management |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Maintain open communication with line manager/management at all times 4.2 Communicate information from line manager/management to the team 4.3 Communicate unresolved issues, concerns and problems raised by the team/team members to line manager/management and ensure follow-up action is taken 4.4 Communicate unresolved issues, concerns and problems related to the team/team members raised by line managers/management to the team and ensure follow-up to action is taken |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
You will:
- plan and work in small production lighting teams in class
- occasionally lead these teams
- work in a small production lighting team along side other specialists in a professional or semi-professional setting
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities in this course include;
- Knowledge sharing and class discussion
- Lectures
- Peer learning
- Workshopping of student projects
- Peer and teacher feedback
Teaching Schedule
This course is taught in combination with another unit (clustered); 'BSBCMM401 Make a Presentation COMM7337C'.
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Session |
Key topics |
Delivery method |
Key learning and assessment activities |
Performance criteria (PC), Performance evidence (PE), Knowledge evidence (KE) covered |
Session 1 |
Introduction to the course |
Class (face to face) |
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|
Session 2 |
Presentation skills |
Class (face to face) |
|
Make a Presentation PC all, PE all, KE all |
Session 3 |
Leadership & Teamwork skills |
Class (face to face) |
|
Lead Team Effectiveness PC all, PE all, KE all |
Session 4 |
Myers Briggs |
|
|
Make a Presentation PC all, PE all Lead Team Effectiveness PC all, PE all |
Session 5 |
Review |
Class (face to face) |
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Make a Presentation PC 3, PE 2, KE 3&4 Lead Team Effectiveness PC 3&4, PE 4&7, KE all |
Session 6 |
Assessment preparation |
Class (face to face) |
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Make a Presentation PC 1, PE 1, KE all Lead Team Effectiveness PC all, PE all, KE all |
Session 7 |
Presentation Plans due |
Class (face to face) |
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Make a Presentation PC 1, PE 1, KE all Lead Team Effectiveness PC all, PE all, KE all |
Session 8 |
Class Presentations |
Class (face to face) |
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Make a Presentation PC all, PE all, KE all Lead Team Effectiveness PC All, PE all, KE all |
Session 9 |
Class Presentations |
Class (face to face) |
|
Make a Presentation PC all, PE all, KE all Lead Team Effectiveness PC all, PE all, KE all |
Session 10 |
Feedback Sessions |
Class (face to face) |
|
Make a Presentation PC all, PE all, KE all Lead Team Effectiveness PC all, PE all, KE all |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Other resources for this course are available online in Blackboard via the Learning Hub in My RMIT (www.rmit.edu.au).
Assessment Performance Evidence and Knowledge for;
BSBCMM401 Make a Presentation;
Performance Evidence
Evidence of the ability to:
- prepare and deliver presentations related to occupation or area of interest which demonstrate the use of:
- effective presentation strategies and communication principles
- aids and materials to support the presentation
- select and implement methods to review the effectiveness of own presentation and document any changes which would improve future presentations.
Knowledge Evidence
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
- identify information collection methods that will support review and feedback of presentations
- identify regulatory and organisational obligations and requirements relevant to presentations
- describe the principles of effective communication
- describe the range of presentation aids and materials available to support presentations
BSBLDR403 Lead Team Effectiveness;
Performance Evidence
Evidence of the ability to:
- apply knowledge of organisational goals, objectives and plans
- develop a team work plan including documentation of how it was generated and how it will be monitored
- identify and incorporate innovation and productivity measures into a team work plan
- communicate with team members and management to identify and establish the team purpose, roles, responsibilities, goals plans and objectives and resolve problems
- use techniques to consult, encourage, support and provide feedback to team members
- model team leadership behaviours and approaches
- liaise with management to develop the teamwork plan, resolve issues and ensure follow-up action is taken.
Knowledge Evidence
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must explain principles and techniques associated with:
- delegation and work allocation
- goal setting
- group dynamics and processes
- individual behaviour and difference
- leadership styles
- motivation
- negotiation
- problem solving
- planning
- workplace innovation
- workplace productivity
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course will involve demonstration of practical tasks and testing of your knowledge.
Assessment Tasks
This course is assessed in combination with another unit (clustered) 'BSBCMM401 Make a Presentation COMM7337C'
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback on all assessment during and once you have demonstrated competency. You will receive a pass or fail grade for the two units relating to this Comms course, in relation to the Student Assessment Guide.
Major Project (3 Parts):
Part 1: Presentation Plan due: Week 7 of the course
Part 2: Class Presentation due: Week 8 or 9 of course
Part 3: Feedback Session due: Week 10 of course
You have up to five weeks to complete this major assessment in your presentation group.
For further information on the grading system and criteria used, please refer to the course Canvas site.
Grades which apply to this course delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment, include:
CA - Competency Achieved - Graded (pass)
NYC - Not Yet Competent (fail)
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment (fail)
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students
Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.
http://mams.rmit.edu.au/s1llva641yxuz.pdf
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Assessment Feedback:
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/policies/assessment-policy
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit
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