| Communicating in Groups: Applications and Skills, 5/e Katherine L. Adams,
California State University Fresno Gloria J. Galanes,
Southwest Missouri State University
Small Groups as the Heart of Society
Learning ObjectivesAfter reading this chapter you should be able to:
Explain why groups play a vital role in the personal and professional lives of individuals. |
| | | Describe the two major stages any problem-solving group goes through. |
| | | List criteria for determining whether a group or an individual should be used to solve a problem. |
| | | Define a group, a small group, and group dynamics. |
| | | Differentiate between small group communication, public communication, interpersonal communication, and intrapersonal communication. |
| | | Explain and give examples of primary groups. |
| | | Explain and give examples of secondary groups. |
| | | Compare and contrast the different organizational groups. |
| | | Describe how an individual can be a valuable group member. |
| | | Explain the four ethical standards any member of a group should be held to. |
| | | Explain and give examples of a member being an effective participant-observer. |
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