Seeing through the FOG: A Classroom Exercise Illustrating the Challenges of Sharing Information as Facts, Opinions, and Guesses in Teams

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Title: Seeing through the FOG: A Classroom Exercise Illustrating the Challenges of Sharing Information as Facts, Opinions, and Guesses in Teams
Language: English
Authors: Romney, Alexander C. (ORCID 0000-0002-3127-4464), Soderberg, Andrew T., Okhuysen, Gerardo A.
Source: Management Teaching Review. Dec 2022 7(4):310-327.
Availability: SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://sagepub.com
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 18
Publication Date: 2022
Intended Audience: Teachers
Document Type: Journal Articles
Guides - Classroom - Teacher
Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Information Dissemination, Teamwork, Group Dynamics, Experiential Learning, Conflict, Status, Power Structure, Leadership, Learning Activities, College Students, Group Discussion
DOI: 10.1177/23792981211042831
ISSN: 2379-2981
Abstract: Information sharing is a critical aspect of effective team functioning. However, it can be challenging to discern whether the information communicated is fact, opinion, or someone's best guess (FOG) due to the varied understandings, assumptions, and interests team members bring to any collaboration. In this article, we introduce a role-play exercise that helps participants better understand the complexities associated with information sharing in teams and how to sort through the FOG associated with information exchanges. Drawing upon research on motivated information processing, this exercise simulates the challenges of information sharing and assists teachers in demonstrating strategies to overcome them.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2022
Accession Number: EJ1354562
Database: ERIC
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