Small Group Midterm study guide

Creativity

The generation, application, combination, and extension of new ideas.

Myth #1

Creativity is a mysterious process that can’t be learned.

Myth #2

Only a few gifted people are creative.

Myth #3

Creativity just happens.

Barriers to Creativity

Factors that impede creativity such as premature evaluation of ideas, poor physical surroundings, and stinking thinking.

Infinity Technique

A creative strategy used for generating ideas and solutions.

SMCR Model

A communication model consisting of Sender, Message, Channel, and Receiver.

Tuckman’s Stages of Group Development

The stages a group goes through: Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing.

Group Goals

Clear, defined objectives that a group works towards collectively.

Disconfirming Responses

Responses that undermine the self-worth of group members.