Groups in Context: Leadership and Participation in Small Groups - Softcover

Wilson, Gerald L.; Hanna, Michael S.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0070710775 ISBN 13: 9780070710771

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Inc.,US, 1993

Synopsis

Using an approach that blends theory and applications, the authors of this group communications text continue to emphasize the importance of evaluating group dynamics in their varied contexts. The importance of the ethical responsibilities of a group are emphasized, and the analysis of small group decision-making processes, both as a non-participant and as an active member of the group using the participant-analyst model and more formal instruments, is encouraged. There is also comprehensive coverage of conflict management, showing the sources, functional benefits, and means to control conflict (ch. 10). The use of real life examples of group communication throughout the text helps students easily transfer principles and concepts to their own situations. In the third edition, adopters will find expanded coverage of group culture and group norms, as well as listening as it relates to group success and leadership; up-to-date information on focus groups and teleconferencing; and expanded advice on conducting library research. Also available are an instructor's manual (0-07-071078-3); CTB 5.25" IBM PC (0-07-833011-4); and a video (0-07-071079-1).

About this title

From the Publisher:

COMPING GUIDELINES: Comp to the introductory small group communication courses.
Each chapter encourages students to analyze their own communication behavior and to place that behavior in a group context. For example, this book includes exceptionally thorough coverage of leadership and conflict'and not merely from the view of a designated leader but from the view of all potential group participants.
The text continues to focus on task-oriented and decision-making groups.
A "troubleshooting guide" can be found at the end of the text; the guide is organized around the questions most commonly asked by students and clients.
A new appendix, Appendix A: Public Small Group Presentations, presents formats for public small group presentations as well as instruction on how to create and deliver effective oral presentations.
New coverage concerning ethnic diversity has been added throughout the text (example: in Chapter 1'additional challenges ethnic diversity plays over groups that are not ethnically diverse).
Research throughout the text has been updated.
Each chapter now includes Recommended Websites that helps facilitate exploration of topics and issues related to the study of small group.
Two popular boxes, "Focus on Research" and "Question of Ethics and Responsibility", have been retained in the new edition.

About the Author:

Gerald L. Wilson is the Chair of the Communication Department at the University of South Alabama. He has authored five books and numerous essays and articles on communication. is also a consultant to business and industry.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Inc.,US
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0070710775
• ISBN 13: 9780070710771
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 370