Joining together : group theory and group skills / David W. Johnson, Frank P. Johnson.
By: Johnson, David W
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Contributor(s): Johnson, Frank P. (Frank Pierce).
Material type: 
BookPublisher: Boston ; London : Allyn and Bacon, 2003Edition: 8th ed.Description: xii, 660 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. + pbk.ISBN: 0205410103.Subject(s): Social groups | Leadership | Group relations trainingDDC classification: 302.3
| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Lending | MTU Crawford College of Art and Design Library Lending | 302.3 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Checked out | 04/04/2024 | 00066059 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
This best-selling text is a broad, integrative overview of group dynamics presented in a well researched, readable, and experiential format. This text introduces readers to the theory and research findings needed to understand how to make groups effective, and it helps build the skills required to apply that knowledge in practical situations. More than a textbook, Joining Together illustrates how this knowledge and mastery of skills creates choices, opportunities, and successes for each individual. No competing text offers the scope of coverage and the range of experiential exercises of Joining Together.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents provided by Syndetics
- Preface
- 1 Group Dynamics
- 2 Experiential Learning
- 3 Group Goals, Social Interdependence, and Trust
- 4 Communication Within Groups
- 5 Leadership
- 6 Using Power
- 7 Decision Making
- 8 Controversy and Creativity
- 9 Managing Conflict of Interest
- 10 Valuing Diversity
- 11 Learning and Discussion Groups
- 12 Leading Growth and Counseling Groups
- 13 Team Development, Team Training
- 14 Epilogue
- Appendix: Answers
- Glossary
- References
- Index