Joining together : group theory and group skills /: group theory and group skills. ([2014])

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: David Johnson, Frank Johnson.
• Authors: Johnson, David W, 1940-; Johnson, Frank P (Frank Pierce), 1935-
• Contents: Preface Chapter 1: Group Dynamics Basic Concepts to Be Covered in This Chapter Group Dynamics and Me What Is a Group? The Importance of Groups Group Structure Creating Productive Groups How to Create an Effective Group The Development of Groups Over Time The Field of Group Dynamics The Nature of This Book and How to Use It Summary Chapter 2: Group Goals, Social Interdependence, and Trust Basic Concepts to Be Covered in This Chapter Introduction What Is a Goal? START Goals Clarity of Goals Operational Goals Group Goals and Level of Aspiration Dealing with Hidden Agendas Helping Groups Set Effective Goals Group Goals and Social Interdependence Among Members Outcomes of Social Interdependence Effort to Achieve and Produce Reciprocal Relationships Among the Three Outcomes Mediating Variables: The Basic Elements of Cooperation 1 The Stability of Cooperation Goal Structures and the Allocation of Benefits Among Group Members Mixed-Motive Situations Developing and Maintaining Trust Summary Chapter 3: Communication Within Groups Basic Concepts to Be Covered in This Chapter Introduction and Definitions Group Communication Sending and Receiving Messages Communication in a Problem-Solving Group Interaction Analysis Communication Networks Communication Patterns in an Authority Hierarchy Influences on Effectiveness of Group Communication Effects of Cooperation and Competition on Communication Physical Influences on Communication Seating Arrangements Humor Summary Chapter 4: Experiential Learning Basic Concepts to Be Covered in This Chapter Procedural Learning Action Theories Gaining Expertise Through Experiential Learning Experiential Learning and Motivation Learning Group Skills Role Playing Learning How to Be a Participant—Observer Conducting Skill-Training Exercises Ethics of Experiential Learning Summary Chapter 5: Leadership Basic Concepts to Be Covered in This Chapter What Is Leadership? Trait Theories of Leadership Leadership Styles Influence Theory of Leadership Role Position/Group Structure Approach to Leadership Situational Theories of Leadership Organizational Leadership What If You Do Not Want to Be a Leader? Summary Chapter 6: Using Power Basic Concepts to Be Covered in This Chapter Introduction What Is Power? The Dynamic Interdependence View of Power Mobilizing Power to Achieve Goals The Trait Factor Approach to Power The Bases of Power Conflict Model of Social Influence Power and Problem Solving Unequal Power Group Norms: Indirect Power The Group Mind Individual Versus Relationship Perspectives Summary Chapter 7: Decision Making Basic Concepts to Be Covered in This Chapter Making Effective Decisions Individual Versus Group Decision Making Methods of Decision Making Factors Enhancing Group Decision Making Factors Hindering Group Decision Making Considered and Thoughtful Decision Making Problems with Theorizing on Decision Making Summary Chapter 8 Controversy and Creativity Basic Concepts to Be Covered in This Chapter Controversy and Decision Making Outcomes of Controversy Creativity Process of Controversy Conditions Determining the Constructiveness.
• Edition: Eleventh edition, Pearson new international edition
• Publisher Details: Harlow, England : Pearson Education Limited
• Publication Date: 2014
• Copyright Date: 2014
• Extent: 1 online resource (II, 638 pages)
• Subjects: 305; 302 .14; Social groups; Leadership; Group relations training; Leadership; Relations humaines -- Formation; PSYCHOLOGY / Social Psychology; Group relations training; Leadership; Social groups; Electronic books
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781292035833; 1292035838
• Related ISBNs: 9781299959132; 129995913X; 9781292022635; 1292022639
• Notes: Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Note: Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on March 05, 2019).
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