Chapter 9:Small group communication

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How do groups develop?

Tuckman, B. (1965). Developmental sequence in small groups. Psychological Bulletin, 63(3), 384-399.

Forming

Uncertainty• Becoming acquainted• Define group goals• Leadership?

Storming Creativity &

Conflict• Getting real• Finding your place.

• Establish Leadership

Norming

Stabilization• Roles defined• Norms

established

Performing Implementatio

n• Getting to work• Enacting plans

Adjourning

Deforming & Mourning• Acknowledge

achievements• Disengage from

tasks and members

Tuckman’s Model of Group Development

Tuckman, B. (1965). Developmental sequence in small groups. Psychological Bulletin, 63(3), 384-399.

Groupthink pp. 243-244

A better definition than the text: The deterioration of group effectiveness that results from in-group pressure

Symptoms of Groupthink

“Groupthink”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYpbStMyz_I

Successful Groups.. Communicate Have written goals

• Task List• Responsibilities• Deadlines

Don’t assume Address concerns

openly.

The Group AssignmentWhy CMAT?Presentation for

prospective students & parentsCareersInternshipsStudy Abroad

Meet & Greet Assignment

Post #1: Picture Comment #1:

Respond to the pictures of others

Post #2: Fear or frustration

Comment #2: Suggestions

Final Thoughts…

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