what is a manager's role in a workplace with self-directed or self-managed work teams?

Answer 1

Policy planning; Coordination between teams or team leaders; Review of performances of individual teams in respect of achievement of overall targets; Motivation of individuals in the teams, both in their work and personal goals and ambitions.

Answer 2

basically,

1. to set guidelines and make sure they're followed.
2. correct them if there're mistakes.
3. answer their questions.
4. grade them if needed.
5. haven't you heard this: "when the cat's away, the mice will play."?

Answer 3

http://www.qualitydigest.com/nov95/html/self-dir.html