Monthly Feedback Report for Mabel
Natural Election is back for one week only, and the change in pace this game offers will create opportunities for you to reflect on your
team mindset. When playing, do you tend to be more optimistic or pessimistic? Can a person¡ªand a team¡ªbe both?
Be sure to check out the
Synthesis Mission Brief
for more details, including clips from interviews with our first five Supercollaborators!
Communication in Play Sessions
Mabel's % of time speaking average each session.
Reflection for Mabel: What does your communication say about your team mindset?
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You use 70% of your available AP.
How are you using your AP to contribute to the team goals?
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You contribute
8%
of your teams' actions.
What contribution should each player make to the team?
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If you notice that some of your teamwork data is missing or showing at 0%, it is because you have yet to attend and participate in recent Play sessions for this game.
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You¡¯ve been around Synthesis Teams long enough to know that good
communication means more than just talking to your teammates.
It¡¯s about being thoughtful in the
way we communicate: using
teammates¡¯ names, being clear and specific, and asking clarifying
questions. It¡¯s about speaking up
and responding to others.
This month, we¡¯ll take a closer look at these important aspects of
teamwork as we examine your
productive communication skills.
Mabel, here's what we observed about your teamwork skills during play: One thing you did especially well was the use of clear and direct communication when proposing plans, such as when you said, "Maybe we should first get a big planet," and addressed teammates by name, like "Evan," which helps in creating a collaborative atmosphere. Another great thing we saw was your engagement in communication, shown by seeking clarifications through questions like, "Oh, can I ask a question?" which allows for a better understanding among teammates. One way to grow even more is to enhance the specificity of your feedback and suggestions. For example, when saying "Move this side," try to give clearer instructions on what exactly needs to be done. Why does this matter? Clear communication helps everyone understand their roles better, and it ensures that the team can work together more effectively. Keep practicing these skills, and you will continue to make valuable contributions to your team!
Observations based on your participation in Play sessions in 3 of the past 4 weeks.
On your journey to make any team you join better, you'll practice how to effectively communicate with everyone. Our Discussion sessions are carefully designed to provide opportunities for you to practice these critical communication skills in various ways.
Last week's theme was
"Life on Mars."
The possibility of interplanetary human life is closer than ever. And with that possibility come the hard questions: the risks, trade-offs, and opportunities. We asked students to work through six of those, from the use of water to the need for security. No right or wrong answers, but in putting their minds to the problems of a Martian future, students strengthened their ability to solve the problems of the present, right here on Earth.
Communication in Discussions Sessions
Speaking % in Mabel's Discussion session last week.
Reflection for Mabel: What does balanced communication look like?
We¡¯re glad you were able to attend a Discussion session last week, Mabel! We appreciate how you listened to your teammates¡¯ perspectives. Active listening is an important¨Cand sometimes undervalued!--part of good communication skills.
To take those skills to the next level, consider sharing your point of view a bit more proactively next time. If you¡¯re not sure how you feel about a topic, try asking a teammate a follow-up question or volunteering to read some of the slides aloud for the group. Your insights are valuable, and we look forward to learning more about your unique communication style in a future session.
Anyone who's on the path toward becoming a Supercollaborator is able to keep improving their skills and making course corrections. We look forward to seeing you at future Play + Discussion sessions, and we'll continue giving you feedback on your teamwork and communication skills.
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To the stars (and Mars),
Josh Dahn, cofounder
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If you notice any inconsistencies, please inform us so we can continue to improve this program.
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