Give the definition of "Group" in your own words.
A number of people that are together in the same place or that are connected in some way with a common goal.
Discribe the detailed characterictics of the groups.
Interdependence
The mutual dependence of group members on one another.
Common Goal
The driving force that brings people together to form is a common goal.
Group Personality
When people come together in a group, they form a collective identity that becomes the group personality.
Commitment
Commitment is the desire of group members to work together to complete their task to the satisfaction of the entire group.
Cohesiveness
Cohesiveness, an extension of commitment, is the attraction that group members feel for each other and their willingness to stick together.
Group Conflict
The truth of the matter is that whenever people come together in any communicative context there is bound to be conflict of some sort. However, conflict does not always have to be harmful.
Social Facilitation
The tendency for a person to release energy that would not be released if the individual were acting alone is called social facilitation.
Mutual understanding among members
Break down communication barriers
Create a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere
Encourage members to dare to speak