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Learning ObjectivesAfter reading this chapter you should be able to:
1.List and explain the ground rules for observing a group discussion. |
2.Utilize an interaction diagram in observing a group. |
3.Tabulate categories of interaction using Bales's interaction process analysis (IPA) category system and specify the effect the categories had for the task and social dimensions. |
4.Identify the various roles being played in a group and analyze their effects on the group's progress. |
5.Evaluate the leadership of a group using the Barnlund-Haiman leadership rating scale. |
6.Evaluate the decision making of a group discussion. |
7.Utilize discussion participant evaluation and postmeeting reaction forms to make conclusions about a group discussion. |
8.Evaluate the cohesiveness of a group using the Seashore index of group cohesiveness. |
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