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Qualities of a Good Team Player

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Personal Qualities · 5 minSelf-marked
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Qualities of a Good Team Player

What are the qualities of a good team player?

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Give an example of when you were an effective team player.

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How do good team players handle conflict within the team?

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Why is teamwork particularly important in dentistry?

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  • Cover reliability, communication, flexibility, willingness to support others, and respect for each team member's role.
  • Link to a specific example from sport, volunteering, or academic work.
  • Show awareness that the dental team includes nurses, hygienists, receptionists, and other support staff.
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Score each skill against the rubric, then add a line of evidence. Scale:

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Teamwork

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Articulates what makes a team function effectively with specific examples

Communication

0/3

Explains the role of communication in teamwork

Empathy

0/3

Shows understanding of other team members' perspectives

Reflection

0/3

Draws on personal experience

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What would you change next time?
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