Group Decision Making Is Not a Panacea

question 5

Multiple Choice

Group decision making is not a panacea. It works best when:

• A) a fair decision is not required.
• B) the group is not punished or rewarded for good decisions but bonuses may be paid every six months if results beat forecasts.
• C) members are accustomed to working together as a team and have differing expertise and points of view but common goals.
• D) Both b and c
• E) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Politics

The activities, actions, and policies used to gain and hold power in a government or to influence governance.

Conventional Family Engagement

Traditional forms of involving families in the educational and developmental processes of their children, often through schools and community settings.

Deficit Family Engagement

Refers to situations where there is a shortfall or lack of involvement and participation by families in the educational and developmental process of their children.

Parental Interest

The involvement and investment of parents in the education, activities, and overall development of their children.