Lecture 8 Groups And Teams At Work Flashcards
What does free riding mean in relation to group work?
Where group members feel that other group members will do the work for them
What does evaluation apprehension mean?
When a person feels afraid of what others will think
What does production blocking mean?
One person talks at a time which enhances the creativity if others
What is the social loafing effect?
As the number of people in a group increase the performance of each individual will decrease
What does group polarisation mean?
Groups tend to make more extreme decisions
What does social comparison mean in relation to group polarisation?
We try to be like other group members.
What does persuasive argumentation mean in relation to group polarisation?
Information agreed apon the majority of a group will dominate group discussion.
What are the four areas involved in stage development within teams?
Forming- ambiguity and confusion
Storming- conflict between moments rebellion of the task
Norming- accepted procedures and communication is established
Performing- focusing on goal achievement.
What is a sociogram?
Tool to study the relationship between group members.
