Each individual is categorized into a group from the day they were conceived. According to Kozier et al (2010) a group is “two are more people who have shared need and goals, who taken each other in account in their and who, thus, are held together and set apart from others by virtue of their interaction” (p. 400). The communicate that takes place between members of the group is group dynamic (Kozier et al, 2010). Motivation for participation and similarity of other group members and the goals of the group will affect the group dynamic (Kozier et al, 2010). The type of group that was created was a task group and Kozier et al (2010) stated that “the focus for such group is completion of a specific task, and the format is defined at the outset by the leader or members” (p.400). The purpose of the group was to choose a community health care organization, and then presents the information to the class. To increase the student understandings of what a community health organization is; to demonstrate understanding of community based health care nursing practice. To provided information on the different aspects of the community health organization and to identify various roles of nurses within the community health organization. In order for a group to be effective, three functions are required. It must maintain a degree of group unity, it needs to develop and modified its structure to improve its effectiveness and it must accomplish its goals (Kozier et al, 2010). During the maturation of the group, lots of effective features were present; however communication and the purpose of the group stand out more. An effective communication is when the group members are open to each other ideas and feelings are encourage (Kozier et a... ... middle of paper ... ...more of our time on the making of the skit instead of spending all our time on the power point. So managing our time more wisely would have made the group skit more effective. Even though we are all categorized in to groups from the day were conceived. We can still create our own group, and whether are not you create your own group or if it was chosen for you there will be effective and ineffective aspects of that group. Base the circumstances that each individual’s values and beliefs are different. Further more, participation and similarity of other group members and the goals of the group will also affect the group dynamic. Reference Kozier, B., Erb, G., Berman, A., Burke, K., Bouchal, D. and Hirst, S. (2010). Fundamentals of nursing: The Nature of Nursing Practice in Canada. (2nd Canadian ed.) Toronto: Prentice Hall.
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My analysis is on the film The Goonies. While I view the movie and determine the various norms, behaviors, roles and interaction between group members, as well as individuals the examination within the realm of film can present many of the same components. Thus, our group selected this movie to analyze based on its formation of a cohesive problem-solving group full of unforgettable characters. The Goonies portray many different theories and aspects of small group communication.
Topics explored with this group included; conversational skills, internet safety, bullying, conflict resolution, social media, and personal appearance. Accordingly, I was able to gain insight on how to plan activities tailored to the needs of the group as well as obtain tips on conducting groups effectively. Additionally, I was able to get a sense of the group dynamics, attain knowledge on the stages of a group through observing all the individuals belonging to the group, their uniqueness and how their personality impacted the group itself. Individuals were able to join the group at different stages hence; the forming stage was repeated each time a new member was recruited. This also provided me with the opportunity of gaining first-hand experience of the interaction on the basic dynamics on group stages of forming, norming, storming and
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The first chapter of “Working in Groups” focuses on group communication, the first aspect being the key elements of group communication (Engleberg and
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After completing the group task of preparing a presentation on, transferring individual facilitation skills into a group work setting, I will critically reflect upon my own participation. I will evaluate my self-awareness while working in the group, as well as those around me. The way that I personally dealt with any issues that arose within the group and how that affected the group dynamics. I will also briefly discuss the roles in which each member of the group took part and how role allocation affected, the group dynamics and the working relationships. Finally, I will evaluate my work having discussed it with my fellow group members.
The group leader will want to be aware of the dynamics of the group and redirect and positively influence the group as problems may arise. According to Toseland & Rivas (2012), “Group workers should be familiar with four dimensions of group dynamics: (1) communication and interaction patters; (2) the cohesion of the group and its attraction for its members; (3) social controls such as norms, roles, and status; and (4) the group’s culture” (p.94). The common thread among members will be addiction issues but the leader needs to be aware that each group will include people that vary in sex, socioeconomic status, race, religious ties, age, and mental & physical abilities. The worker should help the group have cohesiveness and encourage openness within the group. Leaders should promote group unity and acceptance of diversity among the group. If conflict develops because of differences among the group, the leader should help resolve it with sensitivity and promote acceptance for member differences. According to Fujishin (2013), “The primary advantage of diversity is in group decision-making, problem-solving, and productivity. Heterogeneous groups provide far greater perspectives, experiences, information, and skills than homogenous groups” (p. 13). The group leader should also avoid personal judgment or discrimination of certain members of the group. Commonalities as well as differences should be discussed within the group. Communication styles and means of participation can be influenced by cultural backgrounds. Group leaders should alter group practice principles to use varying techniques that will work for all cultures represented in the group. Strength based perspectives as well as evidence based practices should be utilized by the social
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For this to occur however, requires an understanding of culture and society, as well as governance and process. In addition, I have also understood the power of strength based approach, how strength based therapy used in relationships an essential factor among group members. I view this class as the opportunity to practice how effectively work with groups and individuals to understand their own inherent power. Therefore, I learned the way of using a strengths-based approach; I can highlight the assets of group members, offering building blocks which can then lay the foundation of their social change. Furthermore, I understand change could be a mutual process, so in group therapy until group members became comfortable with each other to share their experiences giving them space and later help them to engage in along with group process. I also learn how to help in the facilitation of change, by asking open questions, validating, empathic and allowing them to feel what they are feeling, and empower them what they wants to do with their current
We had a wide range of talents, which helped us immensely throughout this entire process. Having three baseball players helped us to think of our storyline, while having two non-baseball players, one of whom plays no sports, helped us to see things from the other side of the spectrum. I thought that this was fantastic as it gave two different perspectives that changed our video for the better. In my opinion, having different types of thinkers is what makes group-work great. Two people might end up with the same final though, or final result, but the process was completely different in getting there. That is what was happening in our group as we worked very well both on our own and as a group. Filming this movie opened our eyes to new perspectives and new talents that I don’t know if any of us knew we had. We may not have ever discovered them if we had not worked so well
When analyzing a group and its development, there are several points to consider. The greater the similarity in member attitudes and values brought to the group, the greater the likelihood of cohesion in the group. Group cohesion will be increased by success in achieving the groups’ goals, low frequency of required external interactions and under conditions of abundant resources.
Realizing that a group can become a high performance team is important. Accomplishing this goal is invaluable, advantageous and profitable. Once able to operate from a group to the high performing team is a great step into preparation into the big business world. Leaders and members must also realize not only how to accomplish this but that some problems will and can arise from different demographic characteristics and cultural diversity. That is if one is in such a group, which the probability would be quite high.