CHAPTER 5 : EFFECTIVE ROLE PERFORMANCE IN SMALL GROUP

Warm Up!! What is our topic today?

• EFFECTIVE ROLE PERFORMANCE IN SMALL GROUP

• EFFECTIVE ROLE PERFORMANCE IN GROUP

• EFFECTIVE ROLE IN SMALL GROUP

• EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE IN GROUP

Answer explanation

EFFECTIVE ROLE PERFORMANCE IN SMALL GROUP

What is a key characteristic of a task leader in a small group?

• They are always the loudest and most talkative member of the group.

• They have a low status in the group and are often ignored by other members.

• They help to settle disagreements among group members and give direction.

• They are primarily concerned with their own individual goals and needs.

What is a key characteristic of a tension releaser in a small group?

• They tend to make inappropriate or offensive jokes.

• They have difficulty sensing the mood of the group and the environment.

• They make jokes that are too complex or difficult to understand.

• They have the ability to make good and acceptable jokes that break interpersonal tension in the group and heal awkward moments of first meetings.

Janet, Tom, and Sarah were working on a group project for their English class. They were struggling to come up with a good idea for their project and were feeling discouraged. Suddenly, Sarah told a funny story that made everyone laugh and lightened the mood. Who in the group played the role of a tension releaser?

• Janet

• Sarah

• Tom

During a group project, John took charge of organizing and delegating tasks to ensure that the project was completed on time. Maria, on the other hand, focused on the emotional needs of the group by checking in with members and ensuring that everyone was feeling comfortable and included. James, meanwhile, kept detailed notes and records of the group's progress and discussions. Which member of the group played the role of the task leader?

• John

• Maria

• James

Answer explanation

John played the role of the task leader in the group by taking charge of organizing and delegating tasks to ensure that the project was completed on time. As the task leader, John played an important role in keeping the group focused and on track towards achieving their common goal. Maria played the role of the social emotional leader by checking in with members and ensuring that everyone was feeling comfortable and included. James played the role of the recorder by keeping detailed notes and records of the group's progress and discussions.

During a group discussion, Siti consistently asked thought-provoking questions that helped the group to explore new ideas and perspectives. Mark, on the other hand, kept quiet for most of the discussion but showed his engagement by nodding and occasionally asking clarifying questions. Rachel took on the responsibility of providing the group with important information and data that helped to inform their discussion. Which role did Siti play in the group?

• Social Emotional Leader

• Information Provider

• Central Negative

• Questioner

Answer explanation

Siti played the role of the questioner in the group. As the questioner, she consistently asked thought-provoking questions that helped the group to explore new ideas and perspectives. Mark played the role of the silent observer by keeping quiet for most of the discussion but showing his engagement by nodding and occasionally asking clarifying questions. Rachel played the role of the information provider by taking on the responsibility of providing the group with important information and data that helped to inform their discussion.

During a group discussion, Jack frequently made comments that seemed to put down the ideas and contributions of other group members. On the other hand, Emily made sure to check in with everyone in the group to make sure they were comfortable and engaged in the discussion. Max took on the responsibility of keeping track of the group's progress and making sure they stayed on task. Which role did Jack play in the group?

• Social Emotional Leader

• Information Provider

• Central Negative

• Recorder

Answer explanation

Jack played the role of the central negative in the group. As the central negative, he frequently made comments that seemed to put down the ideas and contributions of other group members. Emily played the role of the social emotional leader by making sure to check in with everyone in the group to make sure they were comfortable and engaged in the discussion. Max played the role of the task leader by taking on the responsibility of keeping track of the group's progress and making sure they stayed on task.

Initiator contributor Opinion seeker

Information seeker Opinion giver

Information giver Elaborator

Elaborator Coordinator

Coordinator Orienter

Evaluator critic Energizer

"These roles are roles belong to which category?"

• Task-oriented roles

• Maintenance-oriented roles

• Self- centered roles

Which role below is under maintenance- oriented roles?

• Encourager

• Gatekeeper

• Harmonizer

• Follower

• All of the above

Answer explanation

Encourager

Compromiser

Harmonizer

Gatekeeper

Follower

These roles are under maintenance- oriented roles.

Which self-centered role is characterized by seeking sympathy from other group members through expressions of insecurity and trying to evoke a sympathetic response from others, often expressing feelings of low self-worth?

• Aggressor

• Blocker

• Recognition seeker

• Help seeker