Group Dynamics Flashcards
Define a group
A collection of individuals who have a shared common goal with mutual influence
How do groups become teams
Forming
Storming
Norming
Performing
What is the forming stage
Familiarisation
Social comparison
Strengths/weaknesses
What is the storming stage
Resistance
Infighting
Communication
Roles established
What is the norming stage
Conflict resolved
Solidarity
Cooperation
Unity
Goals common
Economy of effort
What is the performing stage
Togetherness
Team success
Problem solving
Defined roles
Test new ideas
What are the characteristics of group cohesion
Multidimensional - numerous factors
Dynamic - can change
Instrumental - stick together for different reasons
What are the two types of cohesion
Task cohesion - the degree which members work together to achieve common goals
Social cohesion - the degree which members enjoy one another’s company
How is actual productivity calculated
Potential productivity - group process losses
Describe the ringlemann effect
Individual members of a group to become less productive as group size increases (co-ordinational losses)
What is social loafing
When an individual in a group feels their efforts aren’t important and will reduce their efforts as a result
What causes social loafing
Effort unimportant to outcome
Motivated to get by doing as little as possible
Save best efforts when it benefits self the most
Perception that effort won’t be recognised
How do we counteract social loafing
Emphasise importance of individual contributions
Increase accountability
What was found in the experiment on squad size in recreational basketball
Cohesion highest in squads of 6
ATG-task decreased from 3-6-9
Performance best for 6, worst for 9
What are the two types of roles
Formal roles - dictated by nature or structure
Informal roles - evolve from group dynamics
