Wenya's Portfolio
91/600
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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Wenya'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
Wenya's % of time speaking average in each game session
Reflection for Wenya: How does your speaking % compare to the average of all students?
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You complete 75% of your attempted passes.
How well are you coordinating with your teammates?
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You contribute 64% 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 12% 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.
Wenya, here's what we observed about your teamwork skills during Play: One thing you did especially well was showing honesty about your uncertainties, like when you said, "I don't know how to play it," which can help teammates understand when you need assistance. Another great aspect was your supportive acknowledgment through affirmations like "Good," which boosts team morale. To improve even more, try to focus on engaging more consistently and specifically with your teammates. For instance, you could ask questions to clarify things or respond to teammates' ideas to keep the conversation going¡ªthis could be as simple as saying, "Could you explain that a little more?" or "What do you think about this idea?" How does this contribute to effective teamwork? By engaging in more detailed and frequent communication, you help create a more connected and supportive team environment.
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 Wenya's Discussion session last week.
Reflection for Wenya: How does your speaking % compare to others in your group?
Wenya, here¡¯s what we noticed about your communication during last week¡¯s Discussion session: One thing you did especially well was trying to make sure everyone understood the task, like when you suggested, ¡°Can we read the question next time first?¡± This shows your interest in keeping the conversation clear and organized. Another great thing you did was to be polite, even when speaking briefly, as shown with your ¡°Yeah.¡± To keep building your skills, you might try addressing your teammates by name more often. This can help make everyone feel more included and valued in the conversation. Keep up the good work, and remember, your contributions are important!
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 help us keep on improving our session feedback.
To the stars (and Mars),
Josh Dahn, cofounder
