In this module, we discuss the tasks and activities involved in engaging the problem space as a team - that is, how teams can approach an unfamiliar problem set, develop an appreciation for its complexity, and identify potential solutions that emerge from a deep and nuanced understanding of the problem space.
All the other activities described in this resource (i.e., how to assemble a team, how teams develop and sustain trust, how to help a group of individuals begin to work together as a team, and managing team dynamics) are important because they support the team’s key task of engaging complex problems. Key aspects of engaging problems include: