Instructor’s Manual
for
TE
Communicating in Small
Groups: Principles and
S
Practices, 13th edition
TS
By Steven Beebe
O
LU
(All Chapters 1-12, 100%
Original
TI
Verified, A+ Grade)
O
N
, Table of Content
Introducing Group Principles and Practices
Understanding Small Group Communication Theory
Facilitating Group Development
Preparing to Collaborate
Relating to Others in Groups
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Improving Group Climate
Enhancing Communication Skills in Groups
Managing Conflict
S
Leading Groups
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
TS
Using Problem-Solving Techniques
Enhancing Creativity in Groups
O
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TI
O
N
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Chapter One: Introducing Group
Principles and Practices
Chapter Summary
TE
Chapter 1 provides an introduction to communication in small groups and teams. After
defining small group communication, this chapter then explores the meaning of
human communication. The importance of teams and the characteristics of an
effective team and team members are discussed; strategies to enhance team
effectiveness are also addressed.
S
The chapter outlines several advantages and disadvantages of working in small groups
and teams. The students should identify the problems they may have encountered in the
group to which they belong. On the other hand, they should also discuss the benefits.
TS
This discussion gives students a realistic assessment of small group work—the virtues
of small groups and teams as well as some of the pitfalls. The chapter includes a section
on differences in varying cultures’ approach to group work, comparing collectivistic and
individualistic assumptions. It continues with a discussion of primary and secondary
groups and introduces the concept of collaboration in groups and teams.
O
Virtual small group communication gives rise to discussion about having meetings that
are electronically mediated as opposed to face to face. The competencies of members
of small groups and teams are also listed and discussed as well as a brief view of
problem-solving criteria. You may want to note to students that a small group
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communication course is designed to build their small group communicator motivation,
knowledge, skills, and, thus, competence.
Chapter Objectives
After studying this chapter, the students will be able to:
TI
1.1 Define small group communication
1.2 Evaluate teams for effective practices
O
1.3 Identify the advantages and disadvantages of participating in small groups
1.4 Compare primary and secondary groups
N
1.5 Use methods to make virtual group meetings effective
1.6 Describe competencies of small group communication
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Chapter Outline
1.1 : Communicating in Small Groups
1.1.1 : Communication
▪ Communication Is About Making Sense
▪ Communication Is About Sharing Sense
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▪ Communication Is About Creating Meaning
▪ Communication Is about Verbal and Nonverbal Messages
▪ Communication Is Transactional
▪ Communication Includes Several Elements
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▪ Communication May Be Mediated
▪ Mediated Communication Can Enhance Group Communication
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▪ Communication Is Essential for Effective Group Outcomes
1.1.2 : A Small Group of People
▪ Two People are Dyadic
▪ Small Group
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1.1.3 : Meeting with a Common Purpose
1.1.4 : Feeling a Sense of Belonging
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1.1.5 : Exerting Influence
1.2 : Communicating in Teams
▪ Four Attributes that Define Teams
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○ Teams Develop Clear, Well-Defined Goals
○ Teams Develop Clearly Defined Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities
○ Teams Have Clearly Defined Rules and Expectations
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○ Teams Are Coordinated and Collaborative
1.2.1 : Characteristics of an Effective Team
N
▪ Ideal Teams Characteristics
○ A Clear, Elevating Goal
○ A Results-Driven Structure
○ Competent Team Members
2
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for
TE
Communicating in Small
Groups: Principles and
S
Practices, 13th edition
TS
By Steven Beebe
O
LU
(All Chapters 1-12, 100%
Original
TI
Verified, A+ Grade)
O
N
, Table of Content
Introducing Group Principles and Practices
Understanding Small Group Communication Theory
Facilitating Group Development
Preparing to Collaborate
Relating to Others in Groups
TE
Improving Group Climate
Enhancing Communication Skills in Groups
Managing Conflict
S
Leading Groups
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
TS
Using Problem-Solving Techniques
Enhancing Creativity in Groups
O
LU
TI
O
N
, kjhgfdsa
Chapter One: Introducing Group
Principles and Practices
Chapter Summary
TE
Chapter 1 provides an introduction to communication in small groups and teams. After
defining small group communication, this chapter then explores the meaning of
human communication. The importance of teams and the characteristics of an
effective team and team members are discussed; strategies to enhance team
effectiveness are also addressed.
S
The chapter outlines several advantages and disadvantages of working in small groups
and teams. The students should identify the problems they may have encountered in the
group to which they belong. On the other hand, they should also discuss the benefits.
TS
This discussion gives students a realistic assessment of small group work—the virtues
of small groups and teams as well as some of the pitfalls. The chapter includes a section
on differences in varying cultures’ approach to group work, comparing collectivistic and
individualistic assumptions. It continues with a discussion of primary and secondary
groups and introduces the concept of collaboration in groups and teams.
O
Virtual small group communication gives rise to discussion about having meetings that
are electronically mediated as opposed to face to face. The competencies of members
of small groups and teams are also listed and discussed as well as a brief view of
problem-solving criteria. You may want to note to students that a small group
LU
communication course is designed to build their small group communicator motivation,
knowledge, skills, and, thus, competence.
Chapter Objectives
After studying this chapter, the students will be able to:
TI
1.1 Define small group communication
1.2 Evaluate teams for effective practices
O
1.3 Identify the advantages and disadvantages of participating in small groups
1.4 Compare primary and secondary groups
N
1.5 Use methods to make virtual group meetings effective
1.6 Describe competencies of small group communication
1
Copyright © 2020 Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.
, kjhgfdsa
Chapter Outline
1.1 : Communicating in Small Groups
1.1.1 : Communication
▪ Communication Is About Making Sense
▪ Communication Is About Sharing Sense
TE
▪ Communication Is About Creating Meaning
▪ Communication Is about Verbal and Nonverbal Messages
▪ Communication Is Transactional
▪ Communication Includes Several Elements
S
▪ Communication May Be Mediated
▪ Mediated Communication Can Enhance Group Communication
TS
▪ Communication Is Essential for Effective Group Outcomes
1.1.2 : A Small Group of People
▪ Two People are Dyadic
▪ Small Group
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1.1.3 : Meeting with a Common Purpose
1.1.4 : Feeling a Sense of Belonging
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1.1.5 : Exerting Influence
1.2 : Communicating in Teams
▪ Four Attributes that Define Teams
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○ Teams Develop Clear, Well-Defined Goals
○ Teams Develop Clearly Defined Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities
○ Teams Have Clearly Defined Rules and Expectations
O
○ Teams Are Coordinated and Collaborative
1.2.1 : Characteristics of an Effective Team
N
▪ Ideal Teams Characteristics
○ A Clear, Elevating Goal
○ A Results-Driven Structure
○ Competent Team Members
2
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