Group Success Flashcards
What is Group Dynamics
The process in which a group is constantly developing and changing when interaction takes place.
What are the stages of group formation
Forming - which involves the development of relationships within the group as individuals get to know each other. This often entails a player assessing where he or she may fit into the group structure based on other’s’ strengths and weaknesses.
Storming - which often involves some form of conflict within the groups as individuals attempt to establish their position, status and role within the group structure.
Norming - once the structure has been established the group gains stability and starts to become cohesive. Players start to cooperate and work towards their common goal, accepting the agreed norm of the group.
Performing - the final stage involves all the players working together towards their common goal.
What is Cohesion?
The extent to which a group works together to achieve a common goal.
What is a group?
Groups are those social aggregates that involve mutual awareness and the potential for interaction’
What is Social Cohesion
the interaction of individuals and how well they relate to each other.
What are Several Factors contribute to cohesion
Environmental/situational factors- Size of group, time available and training facilities.
Member characteristics - Ability, motivation and satisfaction of other team members.
Leadership style- Individuals in decision making and expectations of the group
Team elements -The desire of the whole team for success
What is Task Cohesion?
the interaction of group members and their effectiveness in working together to achieve a common goal.
Name Strategies to develop an effective group and cohesion
Practice and training drills
Explanation of roles and expectation
Setting targets
Encourage peer support
Develop social cohesion off the pitch
