The benefits of teamwork
Lesson explores the benefits of teamwork, emphasizing collaboration, learning from others, and achieving success together.
Part 1
Warm-up
Describe this picture
- What/who you can see in the picture?
- What they are doing?
- What they look like?
- Where/when
- What their feeling are & why you think so
- Personal opinion (I think/suppose, …)
Part 2
Vocabulary
Read the word, its’ meaning, and the examples
Then make up your own sentences using the word.
Student can skip the words they already know.
collaborate
/kəˈlæb.ə.reɪt/
to work with someone else for a special purpose
The designers and engineers need to collaborate closely to create a new product.
Can you collaborate with me on this report?
contribute
/kənˈtrɪb.juːt/
To give something, especially ideas or money, to help achieve or provide something.
By volunteering, you contribute to the community.
Regular exercises contribute to a healthy lifestyle.
partnership
/ˈpɑːrt.nər.ʃɪp/
the state of being a partner
Our school values its partnership with local businesses.
They entered into a partnership to develop new technologies.
support
/səˈpɔːrt/
To agree with and give encouragement to someone or something because you want him, her, or it to succeed (verb);
assistance, especially in times of difficulty (noun).
My colleagues support me whenever I propose new ideas. (Verb)
We offer support to those who are learning new skills. (Noun)
effective
/əˈfek.tɪv/
producing the intended results, or (of a person) skilled or able to do something well
The new strategy is more effective than the old one.
Effective communication is key to a successful team.
leadership
/ˈliː.də.ʃɪp/
the set of characteristics that make a good leader
She showed strong leadership skills during the project.
The course focuses on developing leadership abilities.
Make up your own sentences using the words.
Part 3
Reading comprehension
Read the article and answer questions.
Teacher helps student correct their pronunciation.
Teamwork brings a lot of benefits
Teamwork is a powerful way to achieve goals. When people collaborate, they work together to get things done more effectively. Each team member can contribute their own skills and ideas, which makes the team stronger.
In a team, members support each other. If someone faces a challenge, others are there to help. This partnership ensures that everyone can perform at their best. Good teamwork involves strong leadership to guide everyone and keep the team on track.
Working as a team also means sharing success. When the team succeeds, everyone feels proud of what they have achieved together. This can make each team member more motivated and happy.
Overall, teamwork is very beneficial. It helps us to solve problems faster, learn from each other, and reach our goals together. It shows that when we join forces, we can do great things.
Check your understanding
What happens when people collaborate in a team?
What role does support play in a team?
Why is sharing success important in teamwork?
Sample answer
- When people collaborate in a team, they work together effectively to get things done, using each member's skills and ideas to make the team stronger.
- Support in a team helps members face challenges by ensuring they have help when needed, allowing everyone to perform at their best.
- Sharing success in a team is important because it makes all team members feel proud of their achievements, which can motivate and make them happier.
Part 4
Grammar
The Passive voice
Usage: The passive is used to place emphasis on the object (recipient) of the verb instead of the subject (doer) of the verb.
Pattern: Be + PP ( past participle)
The doer of the verb is usually dropped from the sentence. To include it, use the phrase “by + person”
| Verb tense | Active | Passive |
| Simple present | The team finishes the project | The project is finished (by the team) |
| Simple progressive | The team is discussing the plan | The plan is being discussed |
| Simple past | The team organized the meeting | The meeting was organized |
| Simple future | The team will solve the problem | The problem will be solved |
| Present perfect | The team has completed the task | The task has been completed |
Part 5
Discussion
Let’s use the vocabulary you’ve learned during the lesson and talk about the following topics/questions freely!
Teacher helps student expand and correct the answers
Teamwork is more effective than working alone. What is your opinion?
In your opinion, what is a successful team?
What does it mean to be a good team member?
Why is communication important in a team setting?
How does working in a team help you learn from others?
Why is it important for team members to trust each other?
Can you share a personal experience where teamwork helped you achieve something important?
In what ways does good leadership affect the outcome of team efforts?
What are some activities that require teamwork? Why is teamwork essential in these activities?
Review
Let’s review the lesson with teacher
6 words and phrases in the lesson
Grammer points
Discussing about the benefits of teamwork
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Homework
Do homework
Watch this video
https://youtu.be/mCEob8Jyecw
And answer 2 questions:
- According to the video, what are the three key factors that determine whether a team has good teamwork or bad teamwork?
- What did the research by Google called “Project aristotle” find were the two top determinants of highly effective teams?
