14 Teamwork and Collaboration
Outcome
Demonstrate effective teamwork and collaboration skills; contribute meaningfully in the planning, development or implementation of a team-based project.
Potential Risks
Poor or ineffective communication, collaboration or conflict within the team could delay the project or result in suboptimal outcomes.
EPA Template
Note: Printable EPA templates are available to students on their course sites.
| Element | Performance Criteria Description |
|---|---|
| Establish Professional Relationships | - Introduce yourself to the team members, explain your role and learning objectives - Actively engage in team formation and build rapport with individual team members - Recognise the strengths and expertise of team members and identify how these can be leveraged collaboratively to achieve project goals |
| Collaboration and Communication | - Demonstrate clear and effective communication with team members, ensuring ideas, feedback and concerns are articulated in a respectful and constructive manner - Actively contribute to team discussions/meetings; share relevant insights from your perspective to enhance team understanding - Respect others’ viewpoints and demonstrate openness to constructive feedback - Recognise and adapt communication style to the cultural/professional differences and needs of the team and project requirements |
| Problem Solving and Critical Thinking | - Identify challenges within the project and contribute to problem solving in a collaborative, solution-orientated manner - Analyse the issue at hand and propose possible solutions that consider the perspective and constraints of all team members - Work with team members to evaluate the alternatives and come to a consensus - Recognise when issues are escalating and proactively suggest adjustments or interventions - Seek clarification on topics outside your expertise |
| Project Delivery and Management | - Work with team members to plan, prioritise and complete assigned tasks - Maintain awareness of project deadlines and milestones - Organise and manage time effectively to contribute to the progress of the project - Monitor the quality of work and ensure it meets the defined project objectives - Ensure handover of tasks (where relevant) is seamless and responsibilities are clearly defined |
| Reflection and Feedback | - Reflect on your role in the project and provide insight into personal strengths and weaknesses - Identify areas for future improvement - Accept constructive feedback and create specific action plan for future self-improvement - Offer actionable feedback to others to enhance future collaborations |
| Collaboration and Agency | - Clarification is sought for any concerns identified and escalated to an appropriate stakeholder - Identify and acknowledge any professional or personal limitations and seek support where necessary |
