Group Project Guide

Oversees the project timeline, arranges meetings, and ensures everyone is on track with their tasks.

Key responsibilities:

• Creating and maintaining the project schedule
• Setting up and facilitating group meetings
• Following up on action items
• Ensuring deadlines are met

Responsible for gathering information, conducting literature reviews, or collecting data needed for the project.

Key responsibilities:

• Identifying reliable academic sources
• Summarizing key findings
• Collecting and organizing primary data
• Documenting sources properly

Drafts written content, creates visualizations, or develops other deliverables based on research findings.

Key responsibilities:

• Writing sections of the report or paper
• Creating charts, graphs, or other visuals
• Designing presentation slides
• Organizing information logically

Reviews all materials for quality, consistency, and adherence to assignment requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Proofreading for grammar and spelling
• Ensuring consistent formatting and style
• Checking citations and references
• Verifying all assignment requirements are met

Prepares and delivers the presentation, if required.

Key responsibilities:

• Preparing speaking notes
• Practicing delivery
• Anticipating potential questions
• Ensuring smooth transitions between presenters

• Document all contributions — Keep records of who did what
• Address issues directly with the person first — Give them a chance to explain and improve
• Be specific about expectations — Clearly outline what you need from them
• If needed, involve your instructor — But bring evidence of your attempts to resolve the issue
• Consider peer evaluation systems — If available, use formal methods to provide feedback

• Focus on interests, not positions — Look for underlying needs and concerns
• Use evidence and course materials as reference points — Base discussions on objective criteria
• Consider pros and cons of each approach — Evaluate options systematically
• Be willing to compromise — Find middle ground where possible
• When necessary, vote or seek outside input — Have a fair method for making final decisions

• Reach out individually through multiple channels — Try email, messaging, and phone
• Express concern rather than accusations — Use "I" statements
• Set clear deadlines for responses — Be specific about when you need to hear back
• Have a contingency plan — Decide how to proceed if they don't respond
• Document your attempts to include them — Keep records of your outreach