Crowns: Teaching Group Role Typology by Playing Types

• In Event: G.I.F.T.S. Session I

Abstract

The concept of group role typology often seems basic to students, yet they have trouble recognizing the types in practice. This activity allows focus on one role at a time as assigned via a cardboard crown. Used as a preface to teaching role types, the discussion results are entertaining and the students experience the logic of roles as well as the emotions of dealing with roles types that may help and/or hinder a group.

Author

• Rebecca Imes, Carroll College