SOCIOL 41 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Arthur Schuster, Role Reversal, Role Conflict
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The pattern of expected behavior (thoughts, feelings) associated with parts that we play in groups. The systematic interrelation of all parts to the whole based on roles and norms. The relative importance, prestige, power accorded to a particular role. Playing roles within/across groups that contradict each other. Assuming a role distinctly different or oppose of a role we usually play. Position assigned by an organization or specifically designated by the group leader. Emerges from the group transactions, emphasizes function not position. Function to extract the maximum productivity from the group. Function to gain/maintain the cohesiveness of the group. Function to focus attention on the individual. Challenges prevailing group viewpoint to test ideas. Controls flow of information, provides balanced participation. Often viewed as lower status in competitive cultures. Clown - interferes with serious discussion joking. Blocker - exhibits uncooperative, adversal, negative influence on group. Predicts failures, finds fault, focuses on negative.
