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Group dynamics / Donelson R. Forsyth.

By: Material type: TextPublication details: Belmont, CA : Wadsworth Cengage Learning, c2014.Edition: 6th edDescription: xix, 732 p. : ill. ; 24 cmISBN:
  • 9781133956532
  • 113395653
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • HM131 .F67 2014
Contents:
1. Introduction to Group Dynamics -- 2. Studying Groups -- 3. Inclusion and Identity -- 4. Formation -- 5. Cohesion and Development -- 6. Structure -- 7. Influence -- 8. Power -- 9. Leadership -- 10. Performance -- 11. Decision Making -- 12. Teams -- 13. Conflict -- 14. Intergroup Relations -- 15. Groups in Context -- 16. Groups in Change -- 17. Crowds and Collectives.
Summary: "Offering the most comprehensive treatment of groups available, Group Dynamics, 6th Edition, International Edition combines an emphasis on research, empirical studies supporting theoretical understanding of groups, and extended case studies to illustrate the application of concepts to actual groups. This best-selling book builds each chapter around a real-life case, drawing on examples from a range of disciplines
Item type: Books
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Judith Thomas Library General Stacks Books HM 131 .F67 2014 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) AUA22174 Available AUA22174

Previous edition: 2010.

Includes bibliographical references (p.605-693) and indexes.

1. Introduction to Group Dynamics --
2. Studying Groups --
3. Inclusion and Identity --
4. Formation --
5. Cohesion and Development --
6. Structure --
7. Influence --
8. Power --
9. Leadership --
10. Performance --
11. Decision Making --
12. Teams --
13. Conflict --
14. Intergroup Relations --
15. Groups in Context --
16. Groups in Change --
17. Crowds and Collectives.


"Offering the most comprehensive treatment of groups available, Group Dynamics, 6th Edition, International Edition combines an emphasis on research, empirical studies supporting theoretical understanding of groups, and extended case studies to illustrate the application of concepts to actual groups. This best-selling book builds each chapter around a real-life case, drawing on examples from a range of disciplines