Analysis of Group Formation and Structure Essay

 Analysis of Group Formation and Structure Essay

Order ID	53563633773
Type	Essay
Writer Level	Masters
Style	APA
Sources/References	4
Perfect Number of Pages to Order	5-10 Pages

Description/Paper Instructions

 Analysis of Group Formation and Structure Essay

General Purpose of Project:

To provide a critical examination of human behaviour by reflecting on personal experiences and linking them to theory and research.

In this essay, you will reflect upon and discuss the nature of your changing experience as a member of a group. You will also be asked to reference your experience with pertinent theories and research to account for your experience. The essay will be no more than 6 double spaced typed pages (12 point font, 1 inch margins) excluding the title page and references. The paper must be in APA style; consult the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA, 2019). You must have at least 5 scholarly text (with a minimum being 3 current peer reviewed journal articles – the 2008+ – e.g., Group Dynamics: Theory, Research, and Practice; Group Processes & Intergroup Relations; Small Group Research)

From the 2 broad areas below your must choose once you have made the choice between the two, the student must answer 3 of the 5 proposed subcategories

I. Group Formation and Structure (15 Marks)

* Norm development

* Group development – i.e., growth and change of the group over time

* Social support – i.e., types of support

* Group communication networks

*Collaboration between group members

Or

II. Leadership (15 marks)

* Personality qualities relevant to leadership

* Task vs. Relationship Leadership – i.e., when is each important

* Leadership Styles

* Gender differences in Leadership

* Use of power tactics

IV. INTRODUCTION AND CONCLUSION (2.5 marks)

* Introduction – Give an overview of the assignment. For example, the purpose and objective of the research assignment is to … Also, indicate the detailed composition  of your group(s) (how many people, what type of group, age, gender, etc.)

* Conclusion – Summarize what you have found through your group experience and research. As well, indicate what are the key areas that may improve performance in the future for this group.