Hello,

A few links here:

https://theundercoverrecruiter.com/manage-team-effectively/

https://www.themuse.com/advice/how-to-be-a-better-manager-when-your-team-members-are-all-different

http://www.emeraldinsight.com/doi/abs/10.1108/13527599710195402?mobileUi=0&journalCode=tpm

https://ac.els-cdn.com/S1877042816311119/1-s2.0-S1877042816311119-main.pdf?_tid=051ab68e-0953-11e8-9cb9-00000aacb35d&acdnat=1517711461_9526fe77f5e4f15750c7a3fd21f4f638

To me the most important is respect. The team leader should really care for each member of the team and be grateful for their contribution. The leader should of course set a good example. Motivation is especially important.

http://www.educational-business-articles.com/motivation-theories/

As a Literature teacher, I would advise reading The Prince. Machiavelli composed The Prince as a practical guide for ruling. This goal is evident from the very beginning, the dedication of the book to Lorenzo de' Medici, the ruler of Florence. The Prince is not particularly theoretical or abstract; its prose is simple and its logic straightforward. These traits underscore Machiavelli's desire to provide practical, easily understandable advice.

Extract (The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli (The father of modern political theory 1469-1527); Chapter XXIII-How Flatterers Should Be Avoided )

"Therefore a wise prince ought to hold a third course by choosing the wise men in his state, and giving to them only the liberty of speaking the truth to him, and then only of those things of which he inquires, and of none others; but he ought to question them upon everything, and listen to their opinions, and afterwards form his own conclusions. With these councillors, separately and collectively, he ought to carry himself in such a way that each of them should know that, the more freely he shall speak, the more he shall be preferred; outside of these, he should listen to no one, pursue the thing resolved on, and be steadfast in his resolutions. He who does otherwise is either overthrown by flatterers, or is so often changed by varying opinions that he falls into contempt.

I wish on this subject to adduce a modern example. Fra Luca, the man of affairs to Maximilian[1], the present emperor, speaking of his majesty, said: He consulted with no one, yet never got his own way in anything. This arose because of his following a practice the opposite to the above; for the emperor is a secretive man — he does not communicate his designs to any one, nor does he receive opinions on them. But as in carrying them into effect they become revealed and known, they are at once obstructed by those men whom he has around him, and he, being pliant, is diverted from them. Hence it follows that those things he does one day he undoes the next, and no one ever understands what he wishes or intends to do, and no one can rely on his resolutions."

[1] Maximilian I, born in 1459, died 1519, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire. He married, first, Mary, daughter of Charles the Bold; after her death, Bianca Sforza; and thus became involved in Italian politics.

1) Maintain good communication

Employees want to be kept in the loop about ongoing projects, goals and deadlines, so it’s essential that you communicate well with them and inform them about goings on within the organisation. It’s also important that you encourage feedback and that your staff feel that they can approach you about any questions or issues they want to address, so making yourself accessible to your staff is key.

2) Build positive working relationships

It’s important to get to know members of your team individually, not only on a professional level, but on a more personal level too. When you put the effort in to get to know a bit more about how your colleagues are doing and what they are interest in, it will build a much better rapport among the team.

3) Acknowledge good work

Don’t be one of these bosses who only provides feedback when you’ve got something to criticise! By providing your staff with positive feedback it will help to build their confidence and encourage them to get more involved in the future, so it’s vital that you acknowledge their achievements and the effort that they are putting in. Encourage creativity and ensure that everyone is clear about what is expected of them.

4) Be real

Your team don’t expect you to be superhuman, so if you’re feeling the pressure and need a helping hand, don’t be afraid to admit it and if you make a mistake, own up! By showing the human side of yourself and allowing your staff to get to know you a bit better, your staff will feel more relaxed and comfortable approaching you.

5) Be decisive

A good leader needs to be able to assert their authority and make important decisions for the team. There is no space for flakiness in a leadership role, so it’s crucial that you stick to your guns and go with what you feel is best the business.

6) Delegate jobs to the right people

Part of why it is important that you establish a relationship with your team and get to know them individually is so you can assess what their personal strengths are. People perform better and are more engaged in roles where they feel they are employing their best skills, so delegating suitable roles that suit each individual will have a significant impact on the productivity of the team.

7) Manage conflict

When there is conflict in the workplace, it should not be ignored. Turning a blind eye could lead to a negative atmosphere, which could have implications for staff productivity and communication among the team may suffer. When an issue arises it’s important that it is addressed straight away before it builds.

8) Set a good example

Your staff will look to you for guidance and inspiration, so it’s essential that you set a good example in order to gain their respect. If you expect them to behave professionally and commit to their work, it’s important that you do so yourself. Make sure that you are doing your job, continuing to develop your career and support your team in doing so too.

Source: https://theundercoverrecruiter.com/manage-team-effectively/

Technology is a great support for the teacher in the classroom but cannot replace teacher/student dynamics which even involve customizing the technology to fit the individual needs of your individual students.

Management skill is important