Conducting the Experiential Group An

Conducting the Experiential Group: An Introduction to Group Dynamics is designed to provide a basic reference for both the group member and the group leader who might be in need of understanding and conducting a small group experience. The format of this book will provide clarity to the often nebulous field of group dynamics. In this work, experiential groups are treated as educational tools and vehicles for personal and social change.

John M. Toothman is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Goldey-Beacom College in Wilmington, Delaware.

The Author

v

Preface

vii

Introduction to Group Dynamics

1

(4)

Understanding the Purpose of Experiential Group Dynamics

5

(2)

Starting the Experiential Group Experience

7

(8)

Factors in Experiential Groups

15

(8)

What Makes the Experiential Group Experience Work?

23

(6)

Phases of the Experiential Group Development

29

(10)

Role of the Group Leader

39

(4)

Guidelines for Conducting the Experiential Group

43

(2)

Experiential Group Activities and Exercises

45

(34)

Supportive Theory for the Experiential Group

79

(8)

Experiential Group Interaction

87

(2)

Evaluating the Experiential Group Experience

89

(4)

Experiential Group Contract

93

(4)

A Final Note

97

(2)

Bibliography

99

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Conducting the Experiential Group An Introduction to Group Dynamics

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