CHAP 5 - Cohesion & Development Flashcards
It is the strength of the bonds linking members to a group.
Group cohesion
________ is an indication of the health of the group and is related to a variety of other group processes.
Cohesiveness
A group cohesion that refers to the attraction of members to one another and to the group as a whole.
Social cohesion
Under TASK COHESION that refers to the combined activities of two or more individuals who coordinate their efforts to make or do something.
Teamwork
A group cohesion that refers to the capacity to perform successfully as a coordinated unit and as part of the group.
Task cohesion
A group cohesion that refers to the construed coherence of the group; sense of belonging to the group; unity
Perceived cohesion
This is one of the Antecedents of Cohesion where groups often form when individuals develop feelings of attraction for one another.
Interpersonal attraction
Stability of membership
A group that has a permeable boundaries where membership
varies considerably as members enter and leave the group, and are generally less cohesive.
Open groups
A group cohesion that refers to the emotional intensity of the group and individuals when in the group.
Emotional cohesion:
Antecedents of Cohesion
The ___________ Open groups, Closed groups, Group size, Structural features, Cohesive groups, and Initiations.
Stability of membership
Stability of membership
A group whose boundaries are fixed, the membership is
relatively constant, and are often more cohesive.
Closed groups
Stability of membership
As a group increases in size the number of relations among individuals increases where members can no longer maintain strong and positive ties with each other.
Group size
Stability of membership
Cohesive groups are relatively more structured where each member has a role to play or has something to bring to the group
Structural features
Stability of membership
The (formal or informal) requirements of an individual to join a group contributes to the group cohesion by strengthening the bond between the individual and the group.
Initiations
Refers to the degree to which members of a group feel connected to each other and the group as a whole.
Cohesion
_________ refers to the level of dedication and involvement members have in the group and its goals.
Commitment
What are the stages of group development?
Forming
Storming
Norming
Performing
Adjourning
[Stages of Group Development]
This is the initial stage when members first come together. They may be uncertain about their roles and responsibilities, and there may be a sense of testing and exploration.
Forming
[Stages of Group Development]
As members become more comfortable with each other, conflicts may arise over leadership, roles, and goals. This stage can be characterized by tension and disagreement.
Storming
[Stages of Group Development]
The group is now focused on achieving its goals and working together effectively. Members have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities, and they are highly motivated and committed.
Performing