Dot planning is:
a role that individuals play in the group process.
a type of peer pressure.
a decision making strategy.
a stage in the life of a task group.
I am almost certain that it would be C, but A also makes sense
This must be such a highly specialized term that it hasn't made the search engines yet unless one also knows what it's related to. Whenever you enter "dot" plus just about any other words in a search engines, you'll end up with lots of DOTs - Department of Transportation.
Go here -- http://www.google.com/advanced_search?hl=en -- and enter more specific terminology in either the first or second search box.
Thank you. I tried everything
If you're still tossing between A and C, I'd probably choose C. It seems to be more of an overall term than a specific-to-one-person term that "role" implies.
thank you for your help!
Dot planning is a decision-making strategy used in group processes. It involves assigning dots or points to various options or ideas in order to prioritize or make decisions. Each individual in the group is given a certain number of dots, and they can distribute them among the options based on their preferences or priorities. The option with the highest number of dots indicates the group's decision or the most preferred choice.
To further explain how dot planning works, here's a step-by-step guide:
1. Define the problem or decision at hand: Clearly articulate what needs to be addressed or decided upon by the group.
2. Generate options: Brainstorm and list all possible options, ideas, or solutions related to the problem.
3. Assign dots: Determine the number of dots each individual in the group will have to distribute. This can be an equal number of dots or can be proportionate to the importance of their role or expertise.
4. Distribute the dots: Each group member individually distributes their dots among the listed options by placing them next to or on top of the options they prefer or find most important. They can allocate multiple dots to a single option or distribute them among different options.
5. Tally the dots: Add up the number of dots assigned to each option. The option with the highest number of dots is the group's decision or the most preferred choice.
It is important to note that dot planning is not peer pressure but rather a method used to collect and reflect individual preferences in a group decision-making process. It allows for a fair and democratic approach, giving each individual a voice and considering multiple perspectives. Additionally, dot planning can be used at different stages in the life of a task group, such as during the planning phase or when prioritizing actions or solutions.