Joining together : group theory and group skills / David W. Johnson, Frank P. Johnson.

By:

Johnson, David W, 1940-

Contributor(s):

Johnson, Frank P. (Frank Pierce), 1935-

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Boston, Mass. ; London : Pearson Allyn and Bacon, 2006.Edition: 9th edDescription: xvi, 651 p. : ill., ports. ; 24 cmISBN:

9780205453733 (pbk.) :
0205453732 (pbk.)

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

302.3 JOH

LOC classification:

HM716 .J64 2006

Contents:

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 conflicts of interest -- 10.Valuing diversity -- 11.Cooperative learning in the classroom -- 12.Leading growth and counselling groups -- 13.Team development, team training -- 14.Epilogue.

Summary: 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.

Holdings ( 1 )
Title notes ( 4 )

Holdings
Item type	Current library	Call number	Copy number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Short Loan	TUS: Midlands, Main Library Short Loan	302.3 JOH (Browse shelf(Opens below))	1	Available		206270

Previous ed.: 2003.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 597-625) and index.

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.