HUMAN BEHAVIOUR

It can be defined as several individuals who come together to accomplish a particular task or goal.

• a. Group Dynamics

• b. Group

• c. Forming

• d. Storming

This stage is usually characterized by some confusion and uncertainty.

• a. Storming

• b. Forming

• c. Functional Groups

• d. Social exchange theory

This theory suggests that individuals get a sense of identity and self-esteem based on their membership in salient groups.

• a. Classic Theory

• b. Social Exchange Theory

• c. Social Identity Theory

• d. Command Groups

These consist of people who work together to achieve a common task. Members are brought together to accomplish a narrow range of goals within a specified time period.

• a. Command Groups

• b. Task Groups

• c. Functional Groups

• d. Interest Groups

It occurs when the group has matured and attains a feeling of cohesiveness. During this stage of development, individuals accept one another and conflict is resolved through group discussion.

• a. Norming

• b. Performing

• c. Adjourning

• d. Forming

It refers to the bonding of group members and their desire to remain part of the group.

• a. Norms

• b. Group Roles

• c. Performance Norms

• d. Cohesiveness

It is a pattern of relationships among members that hold the group together and help it achieve assigned goals.

• a. Group Roles

• b. Group Size

• c. Reference Group

• d. Group Structure

It can vary from 2 people to a very large number of people

• a. Group Size

• b. Interest Groups

• c. Group Roles

• d. Group Structure

These are usually predetermined and assigned to members.

• a. Roles

• b. Norms

• c. Groups

• d. Group Size

These are formed by members who enjoy similar social activities, political beliefs, religious values, or other common bonds.

• a. Role ambiguity

• b. Blockers

• c. Friendship Groups

• d. Interrole Conflict