Students should be able to demonstrate their competency in the topic of $$Leading Teams$$ by journaling their insights and key takeaways from their class experience while developing their own plan and process for leading teams that are high$-$functioning and high$-$performing. This summary should highlight your commentaries, reflections, and takeaways for the course as a whole and its impact on you as a leader in leading high$-$performing teams. This entry should have your thoughts regarding your process to leading high$-$performing teams incorporating the eight points below $-$ the seven focus areas and a conclusion $($Key Takeaways$)$:

The role of leadership in the formation of high$-$functioning teams and the impact the leader has on the team$$s performance.

Comprehension of what are the components of a high$-$functioning team.

To be able to lead the formation and development of a high$-$functioning team through a process of innovation and collaboration that drives creativity and performance.

Understand the value of Benchmarking, Metrics$/$Goals$,$ and KPIs that drive Teams to Peak Performance, and the communication required.

Leading high$-$functioning teams that are dispersed or virtual that may be culturally diverse or global in nature.

The value of high$-$functioning teams that lead, and the impact high$-$functioning teams have on the organization or company performance.

Emerging trends in the areas of leadership and leadership development

Conclusion: Summarize your top Key Takeaways from this class and how you plan to use them in the future.