
Working in Groups
Description
Using the guiding principle of balance, Working in Groups provides students with practical strategies, built on theory and research, for communicating and working successfully in groups.
Looking at both how groups work and how to work in groups, this accessible and user-friendly text gives students the tools to apply group communication theories, methods, and skills-helping them become more effective and ethical group members.
Comprehensive, up-to-date coverage includes traditional topics, from development and climate to leadership and problem solving, as well as key contemporary areas such as "team talk," communication apprehension, group goal setting, group motivation, critical thinking and argumentation, and listening.
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Content
- Chapter 1: Introduction to Group Communication
- Chapter 2: Group Development
- Chapter 3: Group Membership
- Chapter 4: Group Diversity
- Chapter 5: Group Leadership
- Chapter 6: Group Motivation
- Chapter 7: Verbal and Nonverbal Communication in Groups
- Chapter 8: Listening in Groups
- Chapter 9: Conflict and Cohesion in Groups
- Chapter 10: Structured and Creative Problem Solving in Groups
- Chapter 11: Critical Thinking and Argumentation in Groups
- Chapter 12: Planning and Conducting Meetings
- Chapter 13: Making Presentations in Groups
- Chapter 14: Technology and Virtual Groups
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