Fundamentals of Small Group Communication

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ISBN: 9781412959391

ISBN-10: 141295939X

ISBN-13: 9781412959391

Edition: 2008

Authors: Scott A. Myers, Carolyn M. Anderson

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The Fundamentals of Small Group Communication provides readers with the fundamentals they need to become functional and productive members of any small group. Readers are introduced to the fundamental issues faced by all small groups (such as socialization, development, ethics, diversity) and the procedures utilized by effective small groups (for example, task accomplishment, decision making, climate).???? With a focus on the individual group member, this textbook encourages readers to reflect on how their communication behaviors (e.g., communication traits, verbal and nonverbal communication, listening style) and practices (e.g., their leadership style, their conflict management style)…

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List price: $151.00
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: SAGE Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 1/17/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 304
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.60" tall
Weight: 1.166
Language: English

Scott A. Myers (PhD, Kent State University) is a professor in the Department of Communication Studies at West Virginia University (WVU). He teaches courses in instructional communication, small group communication, and interpersonal communication. His research interests center primarily on the student-instructor relationship in the college classroom and the adult sibling relationship, with his research appearing in outlets such as Communication Education, Journal of Family Communication, Communication Research Reports, and Communication Quarterly, among others. At WVU, he was recognized by the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences as a Woodburn Professor (2005-2007) and as an Outstanding…



Dedication


List of Tables, Figures, and Assessment Tools


About the Authors


Acknowledgments


Preface



Components of Small Group Communication


Case Study


Definition of Small Group Communication


Primary Features of Small Group Communication


Secondary Features of Small Group Communication


Types of Small Groups


Ethics of Small Group Membership


A Final Note about Small Group Communication


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



The Small Group Socialization Process


Case Study


Why Individuals Join Groups


Small Group Socialization


Model of Small Group Socialization


Outcomes of Socialization


Socialization Guidelines


A Final Note about the Small Group Socialization Process


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Small Group Member Communication and Personality Traits


Case Study


Definition and Differentiation of Traits


Communication Traits


Personality Traits


Communication and Personality Traits in the Small Group


A Final Note about Small Group Member Traits


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Diversity Among Small Group Members


Case Study


Definition and Outcomes of Diversity


Cultural Diversity


Demographic Diversity: Sex and Gender


Cognitive Diversity: Learning Styles


Communication Traits as a Reflection of Diversity


A Final Note about Diversity among Small Group Members


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Models of Small Group Development


Case Study


Group Development


Developmental Models


Characteristics of Group Development


A Final Note about Small Group Development


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Characteristics of Small Group Tasks


Case Study


Characteristics of a Task


Engaging in Decision-Making and Problem-Solving Tasks


Functional Perspective of Small Group Communication


Groupthink


A Final Note about the Small Group Task


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Small Group Decision-Making Procedures


Case Study


Definition of Decision-Making Procedures


Types of Decision-Making Procedures


Why Use Decision-Making Procedures?


A Final Note about Small Group Decision-Making Procedures


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Development of Small Group Roles


Case Study


Functional Approach to Roles


General Propositions of Roles


Role Development


Types of Roles


A Final Note about Small Group Roles


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Approaches to Small Group Leadership


Case Study


Being a Leader vs. Sharing Leadership


Classic Leadership Approaches


Popular Communication Leadership Approaches


Guidelines to Enhance Leadership Competence


A Final Note about Small Group Leadership


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Relational Communication among Small Group Members


Case Study


Definition of Relational Communication


Verbal and Nonverbal Communication


Functions of Verbal and Nonverbal Communication


Listening


A Final Note about Relational Communication


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Conflict in the Small Group


Case Study


Definition of Conflict


Types of Small Group Conflict


Conflict-Handling Styles


Guidelines for Handling Conflict


A Final Note about Small Group Conflict


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Cohesion and Climate in the Small Group


Case Study


The Importance of Cohesion


Definition of Communication Climate


How Communication Climate is Established


Turning a Defensive Climate into a Supportive Climate


A Final Note about Cohesion and Climate


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References



Connecting Small Group Communication Concepts


Case Study


Connecting Textbook Content to Small Group Interactions


A Final Note about Connecting Small Group Concepts


Conclusion


Discussion Questions



Designing and Delivering Small Group Presentations


Case Study


Designing the Small Group Presentation


Delivering the Small Group Presentation


A Final Note about Designing and Delivering the Presentation


Conclusion


Discussion Questions


References


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