Research and select two professional journal articles that directly relate to team building or improving team performances. A critical assessment of the articles is expected for this assignment. Keep in mind, the Research Database found in the CSU Online Library is a great source for quick exploration of thousands of articles. The articles should be current (less than three years old).



In preparation, follow the guidelines established below:

-Find two articles that pertain to team building or improving team performance

and annotate (in your own words) as you read.

-Note the author`s main points and thesis statements.

-Write a critique encompassing both articles into one document.

-Reference both articles in APA format.

-The entire document should be typed according to APA style (double-spaced).

-The Article Critique should be approximately two to three pages in length.

-All journal articles selected should be at least four pages in length.

-The Article Critique is due at the completion of Unit VIII



PART I: Introduction

Start your critique with sentences giving the following information:

-Author`s name

-Book/Article title and source

-Author`s thesis statement



PART II: Summary

-Summarize the author`s purpose and main points/evidence cited

that are used for back up.

-Does the author`s use and interpretation of this evidence lead the

reader to the same conclusion?

-Did the author build a logical argument?

-Is there other evidence that would support a counter-argument?



PART III: Review and Evaluate

To critically review the piece, ask the following questions:

-What are the credentials/areas of expertise of the author?

-Did the author use appropriate methods to gather the evidence?

-Did the author use accurate evidence?

-Does the author`s use and interpretation of this evidence lead the

reader to the same conclusion?

-Did the author build a logical argument?

-Is there other evidence that would support a counter-argument?

-Are the article and the evidence still valid,or are they outdated, leading to an invalid conclusion?

-Was the author successful in making his or her point?



PART IV: Conclusion

Wrap up: 

-State whether you agree with the author.

-Back up your decisions by stating your reasons.

-Give a general opinion of the work.

Format your paper using APA style. Use your own words, and include citations and references

as needed to avoid plagiarism