According to Tuckman, in what stage of the team development model can everyone move on to new things, feeling good about what has been achieved?
Correct Answer:
D
Comprehensive and Detailed In-Depth
Bruce Tuckman's Team Development Model, as detailed in the APMG Change Management Foundation, includes five stages: Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, and Adjourning (originally four, with Adjourning added later). Let's explore each stage and the question's focus on moving on with positive closure:
* Forming: The team assembles, focusing on orientation and relationship-building. Achievements are minimal, and there's no sense of closure yet.
* Storming: Conflict and competition emerge as members assert roles. This stage is about resolving tensions, not completing tasks or moving on.
* Performing: The team works effectively toward goals, achieving results. While successful, the focus is on ongoing performance, not disbanding or reflecting on completion.
* Adjourning: The team disbands after achieving its purpose, reflecting on accomplishments and transitioning to new endeavors. This stage, also called Mourning, involves closure, celebration, and a positive sense of moving forward---exactly what the question describes.
For example, a project team completing a software rollout might celebrate their success in Adjourning, feeling good about deliverables before starting new projects. The APMG framework notes Adjourning as the stage where teams wrap up, often with pride and readiness for what's next, making Option D the clear answer.
