CMST 2064 Study Guide - Final Guide: Communication Apprehension, Vibraphone, Common Purpose
Document Summary
Advantages superior resources stimulate creativity more learning better group satisfaction better understanding of self. Primary groups sole purpose of fellowship fulfill basic need of belonging. Types of secondary groups: problem-solving groups decision-making groups study groups therapy groups committees. >clear standards of excellence sets standards for what is effective. >action oriented see what needs to be done and does it. >positive personal style easy to work with and likable person. Dialectic s relational dialectics within relationships, there is a push and pull for two opposite needs ex: autonomy vs. connection group dialectics conflict vs. cohesion conforming vs. nonconforming task vs. social dimensions. Groups as systems system a group of interconnected parts working together to form a whole in the context of a changing environment. Theories of small group communication theories helps us explain, predict, and accomplish goals. Social exchange theory attributed to thibaut and kelley (1959)
