"Distributive leadership" can be defined as "the distribution of power through a collegial sharing of knowledge, of practice, and reflection." - "Distributive leadership is most successful if the leadership roles and responsibilities are negotiated rather than delegated; distributive leadership harnesses individual strengths and abilities appropriate for the required leadership, irrespective of formal position; and a distributive approach provides [individuals] an opportunity to take a leadership role, ascertain capability, and further develop these aptitudes before acquiring a formal position."
Characteristics of effective teams lists them as having: * Clear objectives * Good decision-making processes * Trust, co-operation and constructive dissent * Clear roles, responsibilities and leadership * Sound relationships with other groups * Analysis of the team’s performance Questions to reflect on: 1. Which of these characteristics are present in my team of e-tutors? 2. If some of these characteristics are not in place, what are the consequences for our performance? 3. What can I do to introduce or strengthen the characteristics?