There are many characteristics in groups, but the characteristic
I chose to focus on was interdependence. An interdependence group simply means
that everyone in the group is given an assigned role and task that is to be
completed. If one person in the group messes up then it leads to the whole
group failing. The effort put in each individual’s work will determine the
effect and outcome on the group’s work. For example: If you have an office with
a boss and employees, and the employees fail to send the boss their monthly
reports, then the boss will not be able to represent the department in meetings
because he has no information on his employees. This could work both ways. If
the boss fails to tell the employees what they should be doing; how would they
know what task to perform. Interdependence group reminds me of a conveyer belt
somehow because you need every person to do a certain task in order to move on
and get good progress within the group.
I agree with you Ted, I believe this is the best way to work in groups. Splitting the group work gives every person the opportunity to work and contribute towards the group. I like how you explained that if one person was to not do their task it would definitely cause the group to fail. The fact that the work is divided people are pretty much forced to do the work. This way also helps group communicate with each other and leads to more perspectives giving the perfect presentation.
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