Group Types & Diversity
What do we call groups whose members are very similar to one another?
Homogeneous groups
What personality framework is also called the Big Five?
OCEAN
According to research, students learn more when taught through what?
Their own learning style.
What kind of communication is required to bridge differences in groups?
Mindful communication
Two group members argue because one likes working alone and one likes talking first. What two learning styles might be different?
One is abstract (works alone), one is reflective or active (talks first)
What do we call groups composed of members with different characteristics?
Heterogeneous groups
Which OCEAN trait refers to awareness of one’s own actions and responsibility?
Conscientiousness
Which Kolb learning style involves needing real experiences rather than theory?
Concrete Experience
What term means understanding another person's perspective or emotions?
Cognitive empathy
A group gets closer by telling jokes and sharing inside jokes. What is this called?
Fantasy/fantasy chain/symbolic convergence
Which type of group typically communicates more over time due to fewer shared assumptions?
Heterogeneous groups
The individualist/collectivist dimension is a dimension of what concept?
Culture in group settings
Which style is most common for people who like to read or work alone?
Abstract Conceptualization
What theory explains how off‑task talk can build shared meaning and group identity?
Symbolic convergence theory.
One person in a group thinks the leader should have more power than others. What cultural idea is this?
High power distance.
True or False: Diversity in a group only refers to gender, race, or age.
False
A culture that values group needs over individual goals is called what?
Collectivist culture
Which learning style prefers to think and reflect before acting?
Reflective Observation
What is it called when an off‑task topic takes off and creates shared symbolic meaning?
Fantasy chain.
A group calms down and repeats each other's point of view before continuing. What skill is this?
Cognitive empathy/mindful communication.
What is the term for how alike group members are in characteristics?
Homogeneity
True or False: A high‑context culture values the situation more than the exact words spoken.
True
Which learning style prefers trial‑and‑error and hands‑on action?
Active Experimentation.
What must a group create so all ideas feel welcome and safe?
A safe space/inclusive environment.
A mixed group of students does better over time than a group of all similar students. What type of group is that?
Heterogeneous group (stronger over time)