Ann-Kathrin Torka

PhD student in Psychology, Technische Universität Dortmund, Germany

Ann-Kathrin Torka is a PhD student in psychology at TU Dortmund University in Germany.

Written by Ann-Kathrin Torka

A group of children sitting on a gymnasium floor, holding basketballs, wearing various athletic clothing, and appearing to be in a sports class.

Why some teams boost motivation while others totally sap it

Working in a team can inspire striving – or encourage free-riding. What makes a difference is how the teamwork is designed

by Ann-Kathrin Torka, Jens Mazei & Joachim Hüffmeier