1. University of Northern IA
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University of Northern IA
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2. Why We Join Groups Psychological and social needs Achieve goals
Information and knowledge
Security
Positive social identity

3. Why We Leave Groups
Restrict personal freedom
Demands on time/energy/resources
Adoption of policies we disapprove of

4. Types and Purposes of Small Groups
Primary
Social and interpersonal relationships
Examples: family, friends
Secondary
Decision making
Problem solving
Committees
Learning
Therapy

5. Project of Work Teams Teams differ from groups:
Consist of people with diverse abilities
Develop more interdependence
High degree of group identity

6. Characteristics of Small Groups
Interdependence
Commitment
Cohesiveness
Group size
Group norms
Group culture

7. Gender Differences in Groups
Men tend to:
Dominate the talking
Display more task-related behavior
Be more goal-oriented
Women tend to:
Offer more positive responses
Express their personal opinions more

8. Virtual Groups Teleconferencing Videoconferencing
Interactive computer conferencing

9. Disadvantages of Small Groups
Going along to get along
Time consuming
Varying communication styles
Unfair workloads
Pressure to fail
Grouphate phenomenon

10. Chapter 15
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