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GROUP DISCUSSION

GROUP DISCUSSION. Group Behaviors. Task functions – Getting the job done Initiating Energizing Contributing Standard Setting Information Giving Information Seeking Consensus Testing Summarizing Clarifying Evaluating Opinion Giving Opinion Seeking.

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GROUP DISCUSSION

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  1. GROUP DISCUSSION

  2. Group Behaviors • Task functions– Getting the job done • Initiating Energizing • Contributing Standard Setting • Information Giving Information Seeking • Consensus Testing Summarizing • Clarifying Evaluating • Opinion Giving Opinion Seeking

  3. Maintenance functions– Strengthening interpersonal relationships • Supporting Listening • Harmonizing Tension Relieving • Observing Encouraging

  4. Procedural functions– “Houskeeping” tasks • Setting dates and meetings • Reserving room • Distributing handouts • Preparing materials • Checking facilities • Taking notes

  5. Dysfunctional behaviors – not wanted! • Blocking Pleading • Aggressing Distracting • Withdrawing Manipulation • Dominating Seeking recognition • Rationalizing Intimidating

  6. Values and Limitations • I.Values of Discussion • A. Usually a better decision • B. Follow-through on decisions • (Law of partial inclusion) • C. Changes in individual attitudes/behaviors • D. Personal development • 1. Gain knowledge • 2. Communication skills • 3. Interpersonal skills • 4. Networking

  7. II. Limitation of Discussion • A. Takes time • B. Difficult to schedule • C. Spreads responsibility • D. Conflict of values limits potential • E. Status differences limits discussion

  8. F. Participants lack skills • G. Group-think potential • H. Lack of leadership • I. Power struggles • J. Majority rule or compromise rather than consensus

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