Course Summary :

The study of human personality in relationship to other persons, singularly and in groups. The application of the principles of group dynamics to business, industry, public and private life will be examined in theory and demonstrated with exercises.

Rationale :

Each student is involved in groups. He or she is involved in many groups from the beginning to the end of life. In order to become better participants in groups as members and/or as leaders, an understanding of group dynamics, group process, and group facilitation are imperative. Most careers involve participating in groups or working as teams. Understanding group dynamics and the accompanying skills will improve the student’s effectiveness and marketability.

Measurable Learning Outcomes :

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate competence in the major theoretical perspectives in group dynamics.
2. Analyze and summarize research focused on group dynamics.
3. Evaluate processes and topics within group settings.
4. Communicate effectively in written formats.
5. Recognize and respect the different types of group settings.
6. Get access to additional courses views Liberty University.

Course Assignment :

Textbook readings and presentations :

Course Requirements Checklist :

After reading the Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will then complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions (4) :

• Each student will participate in 4 Discussions throughout this course.
• There will be different topics for each Discussion within the assigned module: week.
• Each student will compose a 300-500 word thread in answer to the topic, then a 150-250 word reply to 2 classmates’ threads. (MLO: A, B, D, E)

Group Interaction Report Assignments (3) :

• Each student will attend three different group settings.
• The student cannot already be in the group.
• The student will observe group dynamics and will write 1 report that is 2 pages in length for each group setting focused on the concepts in the textbook.
• The student will use the textbook as support for assertions and discussion of the group report. (MLO: B, C, D, E)

Article Review Assignments (2) :

Each student will complete two article reviews of peer-reviewed, empirical research focused on topics from the textbook. The article review will discuss the methods, results, and discussion of the research and apply it to course content. (MLO: B, D)

No of Quizzes (17) :

Major Quizzes (4)

There will be four multiple-choice quizzes throughout the course. These quizzes will not be cumulative but will assess information assigned during the two weeks prior to each quiz. (MLO: A, C, E)

Chapter Quizzes (13)

Each student will complete reading quizzes each module: week for the assigned chapters. These reading quizzes can be taken multiple times within the module: week. (MLO: A, E)