Exercise 12-1: Analyzing Group Processes

For this exercise, you will need to:

1. Watch an episode of a reality TV show that involves teamwork. Examples of shows that have worked well in the past include episodes from The Apprentice, Survivor, and Real World/Road Rules Challenge.
2. Analyze the group processes you observe in the show based on the concepts discussed in Chapter 12.
3. Write up your analysis in 4 to 6 paragraphs.

Short Answer and Essay Questions

1. Briefly identify and define four main types of social influences in groups.
2. What are the five stages of Tuckman’s model of group development? For each stage, describe what is happening among the group members.
3. What is social loafing? Under what conditions are group members less likely to engage in social loafing?
4. Identify the five steps to effective group decision making. For each step, provide a description of what occurs and one common mistake that is made.
5. What are the main symptoms of groupthink? How might groupthink be eliminated or prevented?
6. Describe three types of work teams and provide at least one example of each type.

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