Group Dynamics

Question 1

Tuckman’s model

Answer 1

Forming, storming, morning, performing

Question 2

Forming

Answer 2

Getting to know each other’s strengths/ weaknesses; develop social relationships; reliant on the coach to bring the group together, figure out the goal

Question 3

Storming

Answer 3

Infighting and conflict as people establish roles/ positions; confrontation with leaders

Question 4

Norming

Answer 4

Conflicts are resolved; the team begins to unify and cooperate focussing on achieving goals; standards / norms are accepted and the cohesion of the team develops; motivation and success rise

Question 5

Performing

Answer 5

Common goals, success, team support each other and understand their roles; motivation and enjoyment is high; respect for other members and leaders is high

Question 6

Features of a group

Answer 6

Interaction between group members; a collective identity; shared objectives or a common goal; communication

Question 7

Collective identity

Answer 7

A team can be recognised easily as they are wearing the same uniform/ colour; this develops affiliation which creates motivation and a belonging

Question 8

Interaction

Answer 8

The way players work together to complete a task; are they loud or quiet; playful or serious

Question 9

Communication

Answer 9

To help with interaction, players talk and communicate non-verbally (hand signals)

Question 10

Shared goal or purpose

Answer 10

The prospect of achieving success is often what keeps players in the team and working together.
All the players should want to aim for the same goal to have maximum motivation