Exam 9: Building an Effective, Ethical Small Group

______ leadership is the process of bringing diverse groups together to achieve common goals.

What does it mean to "open a space" for dialogue? How can you open this space?

Explain the Abilene paradox and identify the factors that contribute to it.

How can you use a conflict covenant to improve the productivity of your group?

Risk seeking is a factor-driving escalation.

______ is used to describe the fact that individuals often reduce their efforts when placed in a group.

All of the following are elements of a small group, EXCEPT:

In ethical problem-solving groups, therapeutic listening is more important than other types of listening.

Listening in a group is generally more difficult than listening in one-to-one conversations.

Leaders can foster minority opinion and protect dissenters by ensuring groups are made up of members who are similar in their backgrounds and perspectives.

Develop a plan for minimizing social loafing in a group that you participate in.

______ try to protect the group leader from unpleasant feedback.

Identify five strategies for resisting groupthink.

Discuss what it means to be a leader in a small-group setting and any experience you have had with this.

A(n) ______ establishes procedures for dealing with conflicts.