List the 8 factors that contribute to an individuals development
Self esteem, self confidence, peer acceptance, satisfaction of needs, heredity, sociocultural influences, group belonging, environment.
100
What are the 9 reasons that groups form?
locality, geography
gender
shared interest, common goal
security
sexuality
specific need
social interaction
group belonging
env't
100
What are the specific roles that may be adopted by a task oriented group member? (Terms from the syllabus)
Expert
Brainstormer
100
Define leadership
Having the ability to lead a group of people towards a common goal.
100
Identify 3 characteristics of the collaborative/shared style of leadership
respects the uniquness of each member
positively resolves conflict
shares leadership
excellent communicator
promotes sharing/collaboration
200
What is self-actualisation? Relate it to Maslows Hierarchy.
To develop skills and abilities required to satisfy needs. People have the ability to reach self actualisation once all their needs have been met.
200
Identify 5 groups that you belong to and identify the reasons for joining the group using the syllabus terms.
locality, geography
gender
shared interest, common goal
security
sexuality
specific need
social interaction
group belonging
env't
200
What are the main characteristics of an individual who takes on a socioemotional role within a group?
peacemaker, encourager, advocate, mediator.
provide support and harmony to group
200
What is assumed leadership?
when a person undertakes the responsibilities of a leader without being formally appointed.
200
Identify 4 characteristics of the laissez-faire leadership style
people orientated, focuses on group maintenance
friends with all members
inactive
relies on the group to get things done
300
Give a positive effect of 3 factors that contribute to personal development.
self esteem:
self confidence:
Peer acceptance:
Satisfaction of needs:
Heredity:
Socio-cultural influences:
Group belonging:
Env't:
300
Why do groups form on the basis of locality. Give 3 examples.
sporting teams
workplace relationships
mothers group
school friends
300
How does an individual who adopts a destructive role within a group affect the groups likelihood of achieving its goals?
detrimental to group cohesiveness
counterproductive to groups effort
have a negative affect
300
Identify ways in which a leader is negotiated amongst a group.
organised discussioin or consultation
formal election
discussion based on persons expertise & resources they bring to the group, the persons level of dedication,
300
Identify 6 characteristics of transformational leadership
empowers the group
people oriented
innovative
committed to groups outcomes
motivated
interactive with all group activities
honest & open in communication and feedback
400
How does peer acceptance affect individual development in negative ways?-
-not be yourself to seek approval
-lead to low self esteem if you do not get approval
-hinder relationship development
400
List 8 types of groups based on a shared interest or common goal.
school band, choir
same occupation
book club
sporting team
dance group
volunteer group
400
What is a norm?
Rules or standards that help to control the behaviour & performance of individuals within group situations.
400
Identify the 6 different categories of leadership styles
Task oriented v people oriented
autocratic
collaborative/shared
laissez-faire
transformational
cultural
400
Identify 7 characteristics of cultural leadership
ideals,
values
national upbringing
ethnicity
racial upbringing
religious beliefs
standards
experience
500
How do gender perceptions and stereotypes affect an individuals development?
discuss issues such as colour, media, toys, jobs, sport, school subjects, family role models.
500
Identify the 6 types of groups and give an example of each
primary: most important
secondary: not as significant
Temp: limited time
perm: forever
Formal: specific purpose
Informal: established without set formalities
500
In what way might an individual affect a group if they conform to the group norms?
maintains integrity of the group
follows social standards & expectations so that everyone fits in and is therefore cohesive.
500
identify 4 characteristics of an autocratic leadership style
inflexible
highly motivated
very organised
usually an expert
do not require group or team input to achieve the goal
500
Name the type of leader who would be best suited to lead in the following situations and justify your answer
a) small workplace-local business
b) large company - eg Google
c) coach of a sporting team
d) emergency situation