Communicating in Small Groups : Principles and Practices

by Beebe, Steven A.; Masterson, John T.

• ISBN13: 9780205547210
• ISBN10: 0205547214
• Edition: 9th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-01-01
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon

Summary

Known for its wealth of relevant, practical, and up-to-date information,Communicating in Small Groupsprovides a balance of principles and applications of group communication.With emphasis on teamwork, technology, and ethical collaboration, the 9 th edition ofCommunicating in Small Groups: Principles and Practiceshelps readers enhance their performance in groups and teams, while also giving them insight in to why group and team members communicate as they do.

Table of Contents

Foundations Of Group And Team Communication

Introducing Group and Team Principles and Practices

What Is Small Group Communication?

What About Teams?

What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Working in Groups and Teams?

What Are the Different Types of Small Groups?

What Is Virtual Small Group Communication?

How Can You Become a Competent Small Group Communicator

The Nine Core Small Group Communication Competencies

Small Group Communication Theory

The Nature of Theory and the Theory-Building Process

Theory: A Practical Approach to Group Communication

The Purpose of Communication in Small Groups: Making Sense

Theoretical Perspectives for the Study of Group and Team Communication

Describing Elements of Group and Team Communication

Group Formation

Why Do People Join Groups?

Interpersonal Needs

Individual Goals

Group and Team Goals

Establishing Mutuality of Concern

Interpersonal Attraction

Group Attraction

Homogeneity and Diversity in Groups

Group Formation over Time

Group Re-Formation

Managing Group And Team Relationships

Relating to Others in Groups and Teams

Roles

Norms

Status

Power

Trust

The Development of Group Relationships over Time

Improving Group Climate

Defensive and Supportive Climates

Interpersonal Confirmation and Disconfirmation

Group Cohesiveness

Communication Networks

Group Size

Group Climate and Productivity

Enhancing Group and Team Communication Skills

Verbal Dynamics in the Small Group

Listening The Importance of Nonverbal Communication in Groups

Applications of Nonverbal Communication

Research to Groups and Teams

Functions of Nonverbal Cues in Groups and Teams

Interpreting Nonverbal Communication

Managing Conflict

What Is Conflict?

Types of Conflict

Conflict and Diversity in Small Groups

Conflict-Management Styles

Collaborative Conflict Management: Principles and Skills

When People Are Not Cooperative: Dealing with Difficult Group Members

Groupthink: Conflict Avoidance

Consensus: Reaching Agreement through Communication

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