Task Roles and Maintenance Roles in Groups

The video discusses the importance of balancing task and relationship roles in group settings. It explores various roles such as initiator, information seeker, and elaborator for task completion, and encourager, harmonizer, and gatekeeper for maintaining group dynamics. The video also highlights individual roles that can disrupt group harmony, like aggressor and dominator. Key takeaways emphasize the need for a balanced approach to achieve effective and satisfying group interactions.

What is the primary purpose of balancing task and relationship roles in group discussions?

• To ensure the group meets its goals effectively

• To allow everyone to speak equally

• To make the group discussions more entertaining

• To reduce the number of meetings

Which task role involves defining problems and suggesting new ideas?

• Gatekeeper

• Harmonizer

• Initiator

• Elaborator

What role does the 'orienter' play in a group discussion?

• Records meeting notes

• Encourages shy members to speak

• Summarizes and refocuses the group

• Mediates conflicts

Which role is responsible for supporting and praising group members?

• Energizer

• Standard Setter

• Encourager

• Dominator

How does a 'harmonizer' contribute to group dynamics?

• By mediating conflicts and reducing tension

• By setting group standards

• By summarizing discussions

• By seeking information

Which individual role is characterized by seeking personal recognition?

• Special Interest Pleader

• Blocker

• Recognition-Seeker

• Help Seeker

Why is it important to minimize individual roles in group discussions?

• To prevent the group from going off track

• To ensure everyone has a chance to speak

• To make meetings shorter

• To increase the number of meetings