Communicating in Small Groups Principles and Practices 11th Edition by Steven Beebe, John Masterson ISBN 020598083X 9780205980833

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ISBN 10: 020598083X  
ISBN 13: 9780205980833
Author: Steven Beebe, John Masterson

With an emphasis on real world examples, technology, and ethical collaboration, Communicating in Small Groups: Principles and Practices helps readers enhance their performance in groups and teams, while giving them insight into why group and team members communicate as they do.

MySearchLab is a part of the Beebe/Masterson program. Research and writing tools, including access to academic journals, help students understand critical thinking in even greater depth. To provide students with flexibility, students can download the eText to a tablet using the free Pearson eText app

Communicating in Small Groups Principles and Practices 11th Table of contents:

PART I: INTRODUCTION TO SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION

• Chapter 1: Small Group Communication: An Overview

  • What is small group communication?
  • The importance of group communication in personal and professional life
  • Key characteristics and principles of small groups

• Chapter 2: Theories and Models of Small Group Communication

  • Communication theories applicable to small groups
  • Models of group interaction
  • How small groups function and develop over time

PART II: GROUP DEVELOPMENT AND STRUCTURE

• Chapter 3: Group Development and Socialization

  • Stages of group development (forming, storming, norming, performing, adjourning)
  • The process of group socialization and its impact on group behavior
  • Group norms and roles

• Chapter 4: The Structure of Small Groups

  • Group roles: task roles, maintenance roles, and disruptive roles
  • Leadership styles and their influence on group dynamics
  • The impact of group size on communication

PART III: GROUP ROLES AND LEADERSHIP

• Chapter 5: Leadership in Small Groups

  • Theories of leadership (e.g., transformational, transactional, servant leadership)
  • Leadership styles and how they affect group performance
  • The role of leaders in decision-making, conflict management, and motivating group members

• Chapter 6: Group Roles and Teamwork

  • Understanding different roles in small groups
  • How roles contribute to group function and success
  • Building effective teams and managing team dynamics

PART IV: COMMUNICATION SKILLS IN GROUPS

• Chapter 7: Communication Skills for Group Interaction

  • Verbal and nonverbal communication in small groups
  • Effective listening and feedback techniques
  • Strategies for facilitating group discussions and decision-making

• Chapter 8: Conflict in Small Groups

  • Understanding sources of conflict in groups
  • Strategies for managing and resolving conflict
  • The role of conflict in group development and creativity

PART V: GROUP DECISION MAKING AND PROBLEM SOLVING

• Chapter 9: Decision Making in Groups

  • Theories and models of group decision-making
  • Techniques for making decisions collaboratively (e.g., consensus, majority rule)
  • The impact of groupthink on decision-making

• Chapter 10: Problem Solving in Groups

  • The problem-solving process in small groups
  • Creative problem-solving techniques and brainstorming
  • Decision-making tools for groups (e.g., nominal group technique, Delphi method)

PART VI: APPLICATIONS OF SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION

• Chapter 11: Small Groups in the Workplace

  • The role of small groups in organizational settings
  • How small groups contribute to productivity, creativity, and problem-solving in the workplace
  • The importance of group communication in team-based environments

• Chapter 12: Small Groups and Social Influence

  • The role of small groups in shaping attitudes, opinions, and behaviors
  • Group pressure, conformity, and social influence dynamics
  • How small groups influence individual identity and group cohesion

• Chapter 13: Small Groups in Public and Community Contexts

  • The role of small groups in civic engagement, public advocacy, and community organizations
  • The impact of small group communication on social change and collective action

PART VII: CHALLENGES IN SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION

• Chapter 14: Communication Challenges in Small Groups

  • Common communication barriers in small groups (e.g., miscommunication, poor listening)
  • Dealing with diversity, language differences, and conflicting communication styles
  • Strategies for overcoming communication barriers in diverse groups

• Chapter 15: Managing Technology in Small Groups

  • The impact of digital communication tools (e.g., video conferencing, online collaboration platforms) on group dynamics
  • Managing virtual teams and remote group communication
  • Best practices for communicating effectively in online environments

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