Exam 3: Understanding Group Dynamics
Think about group experiences you have had where the group members exhibited a high degree of cohesion. What was the group like? What were the behaviors of the group leader that helped you feel close to and part of the group? What were the behaviors of your fellow group members that contributed to this feeling?
One group experience that stands out to me is when I was part of a volunteer team for a community service project. The group members exhibited a high degree of cohesion, and it was a truly rewarding experience.
The group was very supportive and inclusive, and the group leader played a significant role in fostering this sense of closeness. The leader was approachable, empathetic, and always made an effort to listen to everyone's ideas and concerns. They also made sure to acknowledge and appreciate each member's contributions, which made us feel valued and motivated to work together as a team.
As for my fellow group members, their behaviors also contributed to the feeling of closeness. They were respectful, collaborative, and always willing to help each other out. There was a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual support, which made it easy for everyone to feel like they belonged and were an integral part of the group.
Overall, the group leader's inclusive and supportive leadership style, combined with the respectful and collaborative behaviors of the group members, created a cohesive and positive group dynamic that made the experience truly memorable.
Members are more likely to adhere to norms when
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The interaction pattern that occurs when group members take turns talking is known as:
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Think about group experiences you have had where group members exhibited a low degree of cohesion. What was the group like? What were the behaviors of the group leader that lead to poor cohesion? What were the behaviors of your fellow group members that contributed to this feeling?
One way of checking that the meanings of communicated messages are understood correctly is called:
The screening of messages so that they are congruent with one's belief system is known as:
Shared expectations and beliefs about appropriate ways to act in a social situation, such as a group, are called:
When members have a low status in the group they are likely to
The evaluation and ranking of each member's position in the group relative to all other members is called his or her:
The interaction pattern in which the leader is the central figure and communication occurs from leader to member or from member to leader is known as:
Describe how social integration mechanisms such as roles, norms and status hierarchies develop in a group you are currently observing, leading or participating in as a member.
Shared expectations about the functions of individuals in the group are called:
Review the principles listed in this chapter (or attach these practice principles as I usually do for my students). Imagine for a moment that you were the leader of the group that you noted had poor cohesion. Keeping these factors and principles in mind, how might you change the group to help greater group cohesion evolve?
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