Haoran's Portfolio
287/600
experience earned
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Endorsements
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Dependable:
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Insightful:
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Supportive:
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Haoran's most recent reflection achievement
Last week, 94% of students said it was better to adapt their strategies mid-game than persist and trust their original plan. This week, the question is the same, but the game has changed. Literally.
Batteries Not Included represents the type of problems that are nonstop, the action is so constant it's nearly impossible to plan ahead. So what will teams learn this week? Is it
always better to adapt than persist? Or does it depend on the type of problem? Let¡¯s find out.
Be sure to check out the
Teams Mission Brief for more details.
Communication in Game Sessions
Haoran's % of time speaking average in each game session
Reflection for Haoran: How does your speaking % compare to the average of all students?
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You complete 53% of your attempted passes.
How well are you coordinating with your teammates?
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You contribute 0% of your teams¡¯ points.
On a team, what contribution should each teammate be making?
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You use your pops to build structures 49% of the time.
How does it impact your team when your pops aren't actively building?
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If you notice that some of your teamwork data is missing or showing at 0%, it is because you have not attended a recent session featuring 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.
Haoran, here's what we observed about your teamwork skills during Play: One thing you did especially well was using brief affirmations, which shows your willingness to participate and engage. Another great thing was that you showed an openness to asking questions, even if it came out as "What?" which is a good start toward seeking clarity. This demonstrates your interest in understanding the game better. A next step could be to work on expressing your thoughts and questions more frequently and clearly, such as saying, "Can you explain that part again?" or "I didn't catch that, could you clarify?" Why is this important? It allows your teammates to understand your perspective, ensuring you're all on the same page and making sure your voice is a part of the decision-making process. Keep building on this curiosity, and you'll see your teamwork skills flourish!
Observations based on your participation in game 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
"Adapt or Persist?" We explored one of life¡¯s toughest dilemmas: when to stay the course and when to embrace change. From friendships to business ventures, art to lifelong dreams, the tension between sticking with what works and pivoting to new opportunities forces us to weigh risk against reward. No right or wrong answers here, just interesting conversations with kids from around the world.
Communication in Discussions Sessions
Speaking % in Haoran's Discussion session last week.
Reflection for Haoran: How does your speaking % compare to others in your group?
We¡¯re glad you were able to attend a Discussion session last week! 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 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
