Groups in Process An Introduction to Small Group Communication

, by Barker, Larry L.; Wahlers, Kathy J.; Watson, Kittie W.

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ISBN: 9780205328505 | 0205328504
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Copyright: 12/18/2000

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Practical and concise, this book offers specific techniques to make small group interactions more effective and efficient.Groups in Process continues to balance traditional and progressive approaches to teaching small group communication, drawing together the best of current research and thought on leadership, problem solving, and conflict management. Thorough and up-to-date, this book serves as a bridge between discussion-based texts and newer, interpersonal perspectives. Its straightforward presentation translates theory into practice with a plenitude of real-world examples.For those interested in Small Group Communication.

Preface

Introduction

(15)

Levels of Communication

(3)

Small Group Communication Defined

(3)

Group Size

(1)

Face-to-Face Interaction

(1)

Time Period

(1)

Leadership

(1)

Shared Characteristic

(1)

Common Purpose

(1)

An Overview of Efficiency and Other Considerations in the Small Group

(3)

Performance

(1)

Time

(1)

Other Considerations

(1)

Groups as Process

(4)

A Systems Approach to Small Group Communication

(16)

Groups in Process

(1)

Fundamental System Concepts

(2)

Definition of a System

(1)

Closed and Open Systems

(1)

Small Groups as Open Systems

(3)

Interdependence

(1)

Hierarchy

(1)

Self-Regulation and Control

(1)

Interchange with Environment

(1)

Balance

(1)

Equifinality

(1)

Small Group Systems at Work

(1)

Small Group Communication System Perspectives

(8)

Interact System Model

(1)

Field Theory

(1)

Theory of Syntality

(5)

Goals and Roles in Small Groups

(19)

An Overview of Goals and Tasks in Small Groups

(3)

A General Definition of Goal

(1)

Relationship of Goals and Tasks

(2)

Personal Goals

(1)

Relationship between Personal Goals and Group Goals

(1)

Two General Types of Group Goals

(4)

Achievement Goals

(1)

Group Maintenance Goals

(1)

Relationship between Achievement Goals and Group Maintenance Goals

(1)

Roles in Small Groups

(10)

General Roles

(3)

Role Problems

(1)

Role Status, Power, and Influence

(5)

Communicating Effectively in the Small Group

(17)

Discussion Attitude

(2)

Attitude toward the Problem

(1)

Attitude toward Self

(1)

Attitude toward Other Participants

(1)

Defensive and Supportive Communication

(1)

Evaluation versus Description

(1)

Control versus Problem Orientation

(1)

Certainty versus Provisionalism

(1)

Asking Questions

(2)

Group Cohesiveness

(2)

Consequences of Group Cohesiveness

(1)

Communication Networks

(5)

Types of Communication Networks

(1)

Reasons Groups Become Structured

(1)

Effects of Structure

(2)

Suggestions for Communicating Effectively in the Small Group

(4)

Listening and Feedback in Small Groups

(24)

Listening and the Small Group

(8)

Differences between Listening in Small Groups and Listening in Dyads

(1)

Listener Responsibilities

(1)

Listening Intrapersonally

(1)

Types of Listening

(1)

Listening Pitfalls

(3)

Additional Suggestions for Effective Listening in the Small Group

(2)

Feedback

(1)

Verbal and Nonverbal Feedback Combined

(1)

Feedback and Response in the Small Group

(6)

Specific Response Patterns

(3)

Ineffective Feedback Responses

(1)

Effective Feedback Responses

(1)

Using Listening and Feedback to Reduce Group Conflict

(2)

Three Listening Strategies

(1)

Methods of Improving Feedback Effectiveness

(5)

Problem Solving

(25)

Sources of Problems

(2)

Some Definitions

(1)

Types of Problems

(2)

Problems of Fact or Perception

(1)

Problems of Attitude, Feeling, or Value

(1)

Problems of Policy or Behavior

(1)

Evidence and Reasoning: Essentials for Problem Solving

(4)

Evidence

(1)

Reasoning

(3)

A Systematic Approach to Problem Solving

102

(6)

Define the Problem

102

(1)

Limit the Problem

102

(1)

Analyze the Problem

103

(2)

Establish Criteria

105

(1)

Suggest Possible Solutions

106

(1)

Evaluate the Solutions in Light of the Criteria

106

(1)

Implement the Solution(s)

106

(1)

Evaluate the Success of the Solution

107

(1)

Sources of Information for Problem-Solving Discussions

108

(4)

Brainstorming: Creative Solution Getting

112

(1)

A Note of Caution

113

(4)

Nonverbal Communication in the Small Group

117

(24)

Physical Behavior

119

(6)

Facial Expression

119

(1)

Eye Contact

120

(3)

Body Movements

123

(1)

Touching

124

(1)

Physical Appearance

125

(3)

Clothing and Stereotypes

126

(1)

Personal Appearance and Projected Self-Concepts

127

(1)

Vocal Behavior

128

(2)

Vocal Contradictions

128

(1)

Vocal Qualities

128

(1)

Silent Messages

129

(1)

Territory and Personal Space

130

(2)

Environmental Variables Affecting Group Discussion

132

(9)

Group Size

133

(1)

Attractiveness of the Surroundings

134

(1)

Physical Arrangement

134

(7)

Leadership in Small Groups

141

(19)

Approaches to Defining Leadership

142

(4)

Leadership Traits

143

(1)

Leadership Styles

143

(1)

Situational Approach

143

(1)

Leadership Functions

144

(1)

Communication-Competency Approach

144

(1)

Definition of Leadership

145

(1)

Leadership Competencies

146

(8)

Task Competencies

146

(5)

Relational Competencies

151

(3)

Complexity of Leadership

154

(1)

Teambuilding

154

(6)

Conflict Management and Resolution in Small Groups

160

(19)

Types and Values of Conflict

161

(4)

Types of Conflict

162

(1)

Some Advantages of Conflict

163

(2)

Groupthink

165

(3)

Decision Making and Conflict Management

168

(11)

Methods of Decision Making

168

(4)

Conflict Management

172

(7)

Special Forms and Techniques for Small Group Communication

179

(35)

Selected Public Discussions

181

(15)

The Forum

181

(4)

The Panel

185

(4)

The Colloquium

189

(3)

The Symposium

192

(4)

Selected Private Discussions

196

(8)

Quality Circles

196

(1)

Self-Directed and Natural Work Teams

197

(1)

Media-Assisted Groups

198

(4)

Therapy Groups and Self-Help Groups

202

(2)

Small Group Communication Strategies

204

(10)

The Buzz Session (Phillips 66)

204

(2)

Role Playing

206

(2)

Listening Teams

208

(1)

Nominal Group Technique

208

(1)

Brainstorming

209

(5)

Planning and Conducting Meetings

214

(22)

Types of Meetings

217

(1)

Planning the Meeting

217

(9)

Conducting the Meeting

226

(4)

Responsibilities of Planners/Leaders

226

(2)

Delivery in Formal Group Settings

228

(2)

Evaluating the Meeting

230

(6)

Glossary

236

(6)

Index

242

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Groups in Process An Introduction to Small Group Communication

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