Question 1: There are many theories for the stages of team development. Tuckman's model is one of them. This is a valid model that has been tested. Think of a team you have participated in (project team at work, sports team, etc.). Think back on how the group formed from the first day until the end of the project or sporting season. Describe what took place.

1. Do you feel your team followed any part of Tuckman's model?
2. Based on what you have read and experienced about teams, how might teams act in a program instead of a project? Review the video below that explains more about program management.

Question 2: After watching the video linked above, answer the following questions:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPPLWC_zd1I

1. What are the different stages of the Tuckman Model or Stages of Team Development?

2. Why is it essential for a manager to understand this model and how teams perform in a project?

3. How do you explain each of the stages of Team Development?

4. In your opinion, which stages of Team Development are more critical than the other stages? Why?