http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Thu, 23 May 2013 20:31:16 PDT Thu, 23 May 2013 20:31:16 PDT http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=82964 A website learning object that discusses teams, virtual teams, team roles, productive teams, resolving conflicts, first meeting, student success stories (with audio), and reflection activities. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=77888 This web site is a tutorial designed for engineering students, but the management skills are applicable to other disciplines. Topics included here are: Teams and Groups, Presentation Skills, Time Management, Quality in the Team, Writing Skills, Delegation, Managing People, Oral Communication, Project Planning, and Becoming a Great Manager. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=78583 Students review the conditions for giving statements of praise in a way that will motivate employees. They then practice writing these kinds of statements. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=419848 This website has numerous business tutorials to help understand and or build a business. Current Tutorials Include: Planning is Modular- Mix and Match Business Planning Tips- Form Follows Function Planning is Management Strategy is the Heart of the Plan Business Plan Flesh and Bones Sales Forecast, Part 1: Structure Sales Forecast, Part 2: Logic Sales Forecast, Part 3: Back to the Spreadsheet Dress and Grow Your Business Plan The Formal Business Plan Document, Part 1 The Formal Business Plan Document, Part 2 The Formal Business Plan Document, Part 3 Content is subject to change. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=87726 This site is a very well organized resource for material on group dynamics. It is organized around numerous topics that relate to group dynamics and teams. Contains modules complete with associated readings and assignments. While the material is not visually appealing, the groupings of readings, assignments and activities is very useful. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=78582 Students learn about conflict resolution and identify and write assertive "I" statements that focus on BCF (behavior, consequences, and feelings). The lesson also lists the steps in the conflict resolution process. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=292251 Professionally developed, free career and job-related tutorials published on the Quintessential Careers Site. These are for career practitioners or those interested in career development, such as university students, experienced professionals and those in transition. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=290178 A guide for career coaches or individuals in the process of job searching. An outline to help determine one's 'value proposition': what should be emphasised in one's background and interests, how to communicate it, and where (in one's CV or cover letter). http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=288753 Create professional online surveys, evaluation forms, questionnaires to collect feedback, market research data, poll opinions, etc. quickly and easily. Responses are calculated and summarised; and can be browsed individually also. Basic membership is free to create surveys with up to ten questions using 15 pre-designed types of questions; allowed up to 100 responses per survey. Paid subscription has more features. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=81451 From Inc.com, collection of articles can help one hire and educate team players who can make the company a winner. Topics include Teamwork FAQs, Team Success Factors, Team-Building Techniques, and Case Studies and Best Practices.