4.1 GROUPS & TEAMS

Question 1

WHAT IS A GROUP?

Answer 1

“two or more individuals interacting and interdependent, who have come together to achieve particular objectives”

Question 2

WHAT IS A TEAM?

Answer 2

“a specialized group with a strong sense of belonging and commitment to each other that shapes an overall collective identity.”

Question 3

TYPES OF GROUPS?

Answer 3

1. FORMAL
2. INFORMAL
3. TASK
4. COMMAND

Question 4

TYPES OF TEAMS?

Answer 4

1. PROBLEM-SOLVING TEAM
2. SELF MANAGED WORK TEAM
3. CROSS FUNCTIONAL TEAM
4. VIRTUAL TEAM

Question 5

STAGES OF GROUP DEVEOPMENT?

Answer 5

1. FORMING
2. STORMING
3. NORMING
4. PERFORMING
5. ADJOURNING

Question 6

WHAT IS GROUP COHESIVENESS?

Answer 6

It refers to the degree to which members are attracted to each other and are motivated to stay in the group.