The fundamentals of small group communication/ Scott A. Myers and Carolyn M. Anderson

Dedication

List of Tables, Figures, and Assessment Tools

About the Authors

Acknowledgments

Preface

1. 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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

Appendix A: 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

Appendix B: 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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