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Group Formation
The document discusses the definition and characteristics of groups, emphasizing social interaction, structure, and common interests. It outlines various types of groups and stages of group formation, including forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning, each with specific dynamics and challenges. Additionally, it explores the reasons individuals join groups, such as companionship, security, and achievement.
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- 2. • According toStephen Robbins “ A group may be defined as two or more individuals, interacting and interdependent, who have come together to achieve a particular objective. GROUP
- 3. Characteristics of aGroup • Social Interaction • Stable Structure • Common Interest • Perceive Themselves As Part Of Group
- 4. Types Of Groups •Primary And Secondary Groups • Membership Groups and Reference Group • Interest Vs Friendship Groups • Formal and Informal Groups • Temporary And Permanent Groups
- 5. Stages Of GroupFormation • Forming • Storming • Norming • Performing • Adjourning
- 6. Forming • Strong dependenceon leader • A great uncertainty • Simple Ideas • Avoidance of serious topics • Minimum feedback
- 7. Storming • Strongly expressedviews • Challenging other’s ideas • Challenging leadership, Authority and position • Withdrawal by some group members • Lack of collaboration, competing for control • High level of reacting or defending
- 8. Norming • Active listening •Shared leadership • Methodical systematic ways of working • Receptiveness to other’s ideas • Active participation by all • Conflict seen as mutual problems • Open exchange of ideas
- 9. Performing • High creativity •Openness and trust • Strong relationships • High achievement
- 10. Adjourning • Adjourning, isthe break-up of the group, hopefully when their task is completed successfully, their purpose full filled • Recognition of and sensitivity to peoples vulnerabilities is helpful.
- 11. Why People IndulgeIn Groups • Companionship • Survival and security • Affiliation and status • Power and control • Achievement
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