KIN-10 Lecture 13: Introduction to Kinesiology 13
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Actual productivity= potential productivity- losses due to faulty group processes. Potential productivity- based on group resources (ability, skill, training, equipment) Losses- process loses (faulty communication, coordination & reduced motivation) Simple linear model attempting to depict a complex and dynamic phenomenon. # on team, # dressed for competition, # in action unit, # in the social unit. As size increases, it is more difficult to interact, communicate, plan, or coordinate and participation effort and responsibility declines. Role: set of behaviour required of a person occupying a certain position in the group. Formal roles: determined by the nature and structure of the organization. Informal rules: evolve from interactions among groups members. A team"s effectiveness can be improved by facilitating role clarity and role acceptance. Norm: a standard or belief about what is appropriate or inappropriate behaviour for group members. Norms can have powerful effect on behaviour, so important leader (with input) to establish positive group norms- ex.
