Group Formation
Identify TWO types of groups found within the community.
What are the THREE broad types of roles individuals may adopt within groups?
Identify TWO factors that may influence the role an individual adopts within a group.
Identify the FIVE power bases.
Identify TWO causes of conflict.
What is one of the main reasons individuals form groups around activities such as bushwalking, cooking or bike riding?
Shared interest/common goal.
Which type of role focuses on ensuring that tasks are achieved?
Task-oriented role.
A student who feels confident in their abilities volunteers to lead their group presentation. Which factor has influenced their role?
Self-confidence.
A person has influence within a group because of their specialised knowledge and expertise. Identify the power base.
Expert power.
Two family members disagree about how their limited household income should be spent. Identify the cause of conflict.
Limited resources.
Identify THREE reasons for group formation.
Locality/geography, gender, shared interest/common goal, security, sexuality, specific need, social interaction, religion, culture, other
Which type of role focuses on maintaining and building relationships within the group?
Socioemotional role.
Explain how previous experience may influence the role an individual adopts within a group.
Previous experiences can provide individuals with knowledge, skills and strategies that influence how they interact and contribute within a new group. Previous experiences may have either a positive or negative influence.
A school captain has influence because they have been officially elected to the position. Identify the power base.
Legitimate power.
A working parent is struggling to meet the demands of their job, children and household responsibilities. Identify the cause of conflict.
Multiple role expectations
Explain how a specific need may lead to the formation of a group
Individuals experiencing a similar need may form or join a group to receive support, share experiences and access assistance. For example, a support group may form to assist people experiencing a particular issue.
A group member continually interrupts others, distracts the group and prevents tasks from being completed. What type of role are they adopting?
A destructive role.
Explain how sense of belonging can influence an individual's contribution to a group.
When individuals feel they belong and that their input is valued, they are more likely to participate, contribute to group goals and develop a sense of ownership over group decisions.
Identify THREE characteristics of an effective leader.
What is negotiation, and how can it assist in resolving conflict?
Negotiation involves discussion between two or more individuals seeking a solution to a common problem. It can help parties reach a mutually beneficial solution
Explain how group membership can contribute to an individual's wellbeing. Explain how 'gender' and 'religion' can be reasons for group formation.
Group membership can help satisfy needs, provide social interaction, increase self-confidence and self-esteem, create a sense of belonging and provide opportunities to achieve shared goals.
Explain how task-oriented and socioemotional roles can work together to improve group effectiveness.
Task-oriented roles help the group achieve its goals and complete required tasks, while socioemotional roles help maintain relationships and support the wellbeing of group members. Both can contribute to an effective group.
Explain how gender expectations may influence the roles adopted by individuals within a group.
Expectations and stereotypes about masculinity and femininity can influence the roles individuals are expected to perform. For example, assumptions about who should lead or perform particular responsibilities may be influenced by gender expectations.
Explain why leadership adaptability and flexibility are important for group effectiveness.
Effective leaders need to change their approach according to the situation, task and needs of group members. They should be able to communicate effectively, recognise the needs and emotions of members and adjust their direction when required.
Explain how a mediator can assist individuals or groups experiencing conflict.
A mediator is an unbiased person who works with the disputing parties to improve communication, analyse the conflict and work towards a solution or agreement.