Learning in teams

Part 3

Questions 17–24

Use the word given in capitals to form a noun by adding a suffix.

Learning in teams

Working with other people can be an important part of learning and professional (0) development. In many schools and workplaces, group tasks are used to build knowledge and practical skills.

One clear advantage of teamwork is the (17) ______ of ideas. When several people discuss the same problem, they often produce better solutions than one person working alone.

DISCUSS

Group work can also improve (18) ______ between team members, because participants need to explain their opinions clearly and listen carefully to others.

COMMUNICATE

However, teamwork is not always easy. If one member lacks motivation, the whole group may experience a drop in (19) ______.

EFFECTIVE

There can also be (20) ______ when people have very different working styles or personalities.

DIFFERENT

For this reason, good planning is essential. Clear roles, sensible deadlines and mutual respect all increase the (21) ______ of success.

LIKELY

Teachers and managers often say that students and employees should take (22) ______ for their own part in the task, rather than depending on others.

RESPONSIBLE

In the modern world, teamwork is becoming even more important, especially in jobs where (23) ______ is needed to solve problems in original ways.

CREATE

Although some people still prefer to work independently, the ability to cooperate remains a skill of great (24) ______ in education and employment.

IMPORTANT