Groups in Process: An Introduction to Small Group Communications 3rd Ed Prentice

Description: Groups in Process An Introduction to Small Group Communications Third Edition by Larry L. Barker, Kathy J. Wahlers, Kittie W. Watson, Robert J. Kibler Prentice Hall, 1987, 0133652068, Third Edition, Hardcover, no Dust Jacket, Fine condition, no marks, no underlining, no highlighting, 250 pages. NEW.. .a chapter on planning and conducting meetings NEW... relevant research findings NEW. .. suggestions for additional reading and discussion NEW. .. sections in various chapters These are among the new and revised elements in this third edition, which offers a bridge between traditional group discussion skills and modern interpersonal/group communication skills. Among its many special features, the book: •provides a balance between theoretical issues (the systems perspective), relevant research findings (discussion of the variables that affect group communication), and observer/participant concerns •presents a perspective on small group communication that is grounded in systems theory and thus provides a thorough, integrated approach to the subject •features a chapter on conflict management and a chapter on listening and feedback within small groups •offers an increased emphasis on applied small group interactions Of special interest: •chapter objectives and chapter summaries •Principles to Remember (summarized research findings) CONTENTS Prefaceix CHAPTER ONE Introduction1 Levels of Communication, 4 Small Group Communication Defined, 7 An Overview of Efficiency and Other Considerations in the Small Group, 10 Groups as Process, 14 CHAPTER TWO A Systems Approach to Small Group Communication17 Groups in Process, 19 Fundamental System Concepts, 20 Small Groups as Open Systems, 22 Small Group Systems at Work, 25 Small Group Communication System Perspectives, 26 CHAPTER THREE Nature of Goals and Their Relevance to Small Group Communication33 An Overview of the Concept of Goals and Tasks in Small Groups, 35 Personal Goals, 38 Group Goals, 40 Key Relationships Concerning Group Goals, 45 CHAPTER FOUR Variables Affecting Small Group Behavior51 Group Structure, 53 Roles, 59 Group Cohesiveness, 65 Effects of Group Size, 71 CHAPTER FIVE Listening and Feedback in Small Groups78 Listening and the Small Group, 81 Feedback and Response in the Small Group, 89 CHAPTER SIX Problem Solving98 Sources of Problems, 100 Some Definitions, 101 Types of Problems, 103 Evidence and Reasoning: Essentials for Problem Solving, 105 A Systematic Approach to Problem Solving, 109 Brainstorming: Creative Solution Getting, 119 PERT: An Implementation Strategy, 120 A Note of Caution, 121 CHAPTER SEVEN Nonverbal Communication in the Small Group125 Physical Behavior, 127 Physical Appearance, 134 VocalBehavior, 137 Territory and Personal Space, 139 Environmental Variables Affecting Group Discussion, 142 CHAPTER EIGHT Leadership in Small Groups149 Approaches to Defining Leadership, 151 Group Needs and Leadership Behaviors, 155 CHAPTER NINE Conflict Management and Resolution in Small Groups173 Types and Values of Conflict, 175 Decision Making and Conflict Management, 178 CHAPTER TEN Special Forms and Techniques for Small Group Communication189 Selected Public Discussions, 191 Selected Private Discussions, 207 Small Group Communication Techniques, 210 CHAPTER ELEVEN Planning and Conducting Meetings219 Planning the Meeting, 221 Conducting the Meeting, 229 Evaluating the Meeting, 231 Glossary237 Photo Credits241 Index243 nthdegree books

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