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The teacher divides the students into groups. Some of them put the blindfold on. Each
group’s task is to arrange a particular shape e.g. a triangle, or a heart, with the use of a
string. After completing the exercise, the teacher asks the blindfolded students some
questions:
 How did you feel during the exercise?
 Who helped you to create the correct shape?
 What bothered you to finish the task correctly?

 What kind of an experience was it for you?

Teacher’s comment: The exercise is a perfect example of an effective, or non-effective
communication. The pupils are able to arrange the appropriate shape thanks to the
relevant messages from their friends. The teacher once again highlights the vital role of
an ability to work in a team).

Activity 4

Teacher shows the students different job adverts, in which ability to work in a team is
emphasized. The teacher and the students explain why teamwork is such an important
skill nowadays.

Teacher’s notes:

the adverts can be found in the presentation:
http://prezi.com/-
_c011xxh3wt/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy&rc=ex0share

Activity 5

The students complete an online quiz:

Are you a team player? http://www.testq.com/career/quizzes/207-are-you-a-team-
player

Students discuss the results.