You have been a part of many groups throughout your life. For the purposes of this discussion, think about and list groups – past or present – to which you have belonged. Indicate what task role you played in each group. Categorize your list into the four types of groups discussed in this lesson. Answer the questions below in your discussion post.
- Which category has the most items?
- What needs are you satisfying through these groups?
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the patterns of interaction you have witnessed in groups to which you belong. Be specific, using a variety of supporting materials (definitions, examples, statistics, stories and analogies) to compose your response.
Here is the four types of groups discussed in this lesson:
- Social groups – satisfy the needs of group members for entertainment, along with affection, inclusion, and control. Fraternities and sororities are examples of social groups.
- Learning groups – strive to increase the knowledge and skill of each group member.
- Problem-solving groups – resolve problems by using structured and unstructured interaction to define a problem, clarify its causes, and offer solutions. You may find yourself involved in more problem-solving groups than any other type of group. This type of group strives to achieve a variety of specialized goals which include persuasion, evaluation, and promotion.
- Self-help groups – focus on teaching the group members about themselves
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