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Define group? |
A collection of interacting individuals who share common themes. |
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Define group roles? |
Behaviors required or expected of a person occupying a certain position. |
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Define formal roles? |
Dictated by the nature & structure of the organization. |
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Define informal roles? |
Evolve from the group's dynamics or interactions among group members. |
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What do you need to create an effective team climate? |
Social support, proximity, distinctiveness, fairness, & similarity. |
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Define social loafing? |
Individuals within a group or team putting forth less than 100% effort due to motivation losses. |
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An individual's personal involvement in a specific task is less compared to other group members than they may be more likely to participate more. True or False |
False, they are is an increase chance of social loafing by that individual. |
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Eliminating social loafing can be done by emphasizing the importance of individual pride & unique contributions. True or False |
True |
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Define cohesion? |
A dynamic process reflected in the tendency for a group to stick together & remain united in the pursuit of its goals & objectives. |
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Explain the difference between task & social cohesion. |
One focuses primarily on the outcome whereas the other focuses on interpersonal attractions. |
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Explain the circular relationship. |
Strong team performance = strong cohesion Strong cohesion = strong team performance Research says strong cohesion will most likely come before there is strong team performance. |
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Define team satisfaction in relation to cohesion? |
Individuals who are satisfied with their role & participation in a group or team leads to more cohesion. |
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Define conformity in relation to cohesion? |
The more cohesive a group is, the greater its pressure to conform to the attitudes & behaviors of the group. |
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Explain why a coacting team type of sport has a lesser degree of cohesion than an interacting type of sport? |
A tea that interacts more allows for greater amount of cooperation + interaction due to time spent together. |
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Define adherence in relation to cohesion? |
Are one's commitment level to a group or team and will increase if there is higher levels of group cohesion. |
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Define stability in relation to cohesion? |
Higher amounts of cohesion increase stability of a group because there is greater trust levels & comfort levels. |
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Does a larger group size lead to greater cohesiveness? |
No |
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What characteristics do strong leaders have in order to create strong cohesive groups? |
Training, instruction, social support, positive feedback, & decision style. |
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How can you build cohesion in a group or team? |
Team-building exercises, identifiable roles, team goals, positive communication, & personal sacrifice. |
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Explain role expectations? |
Socialcohesion perceptions at mid-season predictive of their ultimate role clarity atthe end of the season. |