Chp 18: Small Group Communication

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Grouphate

________- when people have strong negative feelings about the prospect of working in a group.

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Fantasies

________- creative interpretations of shared events that help define a groups identity.

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Groupthink

________- the willful seeking of unanimity despite individuals who harbor doubts.

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Symbolic convergence

________- occurs when groups create a unique meaning for a term, experience, or event in the groups life that serves to further strengthen the bond between group members.

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Task roles

________- related to accomplishing work together as a group.

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Maintenance roles

________- related to the development and maintenance of the relationships within the group.

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Tuckman's 5-Stage Model of Group Development

________: a five-stage theory of group development proposed by Bruce Tuckman consisting of forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning; Tuckman suggests not all groups will move through each stage depending on their tasks or goals.

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Forming

Team acquaints and establishes ground rules. Formalities are preserved and members are treated as strangers

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Storming

Members start to communicate their feelings but still view themselves as individuals rather than part of the team. They resist control by group leaders and show hostility.

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Norming

People feel part of the team and realize that they can achieve work if they accept other viewpoints.

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Performing

where most of the work is done. The team works in an open and trusting atmosphere where flexibility is the key and hierarchy is of little importance.

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Adjourning

The team conducts an assessment of the year and implements a plan for transitioning roles and recognizing members' contributions.

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