Communicating in Small Groups Principles and Practices

Name: Communicating in Small Groups Principles and Practices
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ISBN: 9780205449569

ISBN-10: 0205449565

ISBN-13: 9780205449569

Edition: 8th 2006 (Revised)

Authors: Steven A. Beebe, John T. Masterson, John Manno Masterson

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Book details

List price: $103.40
Edition: 8th
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon, Incorporated
Publication date: 12/21/2004
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 400
Size: 7.25" wide x 9.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.342
Language: English




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?


Me Verses We


Types of Small Groups


What is Virtual Small Group Communication?


How Can You Become a Competent Small Group Communicator?



Small Group Communication Theory


The Nature of Theory and the Theory-Building Process


Theory: A Practical Approach to Group Communication


A Case Study


The Purpose of Communication in Small Groups: Making Sense


Theoretical Perspectives for the Study of Group and Team Communication


New Technologies and Small Group Communication Theory


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



Managing Group and Team Relationships



Relating to Others in Small Groups


Roles


Norms


Status


Power


Trust


The Development of Group Relationships over Time


Culture


Gender and Communication



Improving Group Climate


A Case Study


Defensive Communication


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


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