SOCKS Team Science Workshop: Suggestions from the Group
Items to consider moving forward:
Be conscious and intentional about inclusion.
Exhibit epistemic humility, not taking on tasks that we are not prepared or qualified for.
Be conscious of our vision. Allow for open communication and set expectations up front.
Delineate responsibilities so everybody knows what we should do next. Set action items appropriately.
Create working norms.
Take turn speaking. Serve as equalizers and make sure that quieter voices are heard.
Allow for silence to be okay. Encourage synthesis and reflection.
Consider power as we add in graduate students and postdocs.
Be mindful of language and note that it is okay to be naïve and ask questions.
Figure out what the collaborative model will be. Are there leaders in charge or shared ownership instead? The structure should be set at the outset.
Maintain a regularity of contact. This should include regular, routine professional meetings and may also include some social meetings. Take advantage of asynchronous communication to show respect for others' time.
Have supportive accountability, holding each other accountable as we pursue the milestones of the project.
Have fun. Treat people like humans.
Creativity needs constraints. Storywrangler can be improved, but it is a constrained object.
We are trying to be post-disciplinary and solve problems that matter. We want to make tools and find research that can better help the communities around us.
Have a constructive attitude. Encourage “Yes and” to suggestions and creating projects.
