Computer Mediated Communication and Social Influence Quiz

What does boundary-spanning involve?

Moving resources out of the group

Moving resources into the group

Both moving resources into the group and from the group to other parts of an organization (correct)

Not related to resource movement

How does external communication relate to team cohesion?

Positively correlated

No correlation

Negatively correlated (correct)

External communication has no effect on team cohesion

What happens to the transactive memory system after member replacement in a group?

It becomes less accurate (correct)

It becomes more accurate

It is not affected by member replacement

It remains the same

How does lack of superordinate identity affect newcomer's suggestions?

Results in rejection of suggestions Signup and view all the answers

Which theoretical perspective is usually used to study intergroup relations?

Social identity and self-categorization theory Signup and view all the answers

What is social identity a part of?

Self-concept that derives from group membership plus its value and significance Signup and view all the answers

How does functional diversity impact communication in teams?

Increases external communication and decreases internal communication Signup and view all the answers

What effect does continuing to rely on transactive memory after member replacement have on group performance?

Performance declines Signup and view all the answers

What is one consequence of social categorization processes?

Leading to group polarization Signup and view all the answers

What role does intergroup interdependence play in Realistic conflict theory?

Contributes to group hostility under negative interdependence Signup and view all the answers

Under positive interdependence, how do groups perceive their need for each other?

As needing each other to achieve goals Signup and view all the answers

What behavior is more likely from groups according to the discontinuity effect?

Competitive behavior Signup and view all the answers

In what conditions do hostilities and negative attitudes between groups develop according to Realistic conflict theory?

Under negative interdependence Signup and view all the answers

Why do group members often expect other groups to be competitive?

Focusing on self-interest rather than joint interests Signup and view all the answers

What does conforming to the group lead to according to the text?

Enhanced group homogeneity and extremity Signup and view all the answers

What does Realistic conflict theory suggest about positive intergroup relations?

Develop under positive interdependence conditions Signup and view all the answers

What advantage does computer mediated communication have over face-to-face groups during idea generation?

It requires less coordination Signup and view all the answers

According to the social identity model of deindividuation effects, how does anonymity affect social influence in computer mediated communication?

It increases social influence Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario does anonymity in computer mediated communication increase conformity to group norms?

When social identity is salient Signup and view all the answers

What factor is likely to influence the effects of media richness on group performance?

The amount of interdependence among group members Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of virtual teams highlighted in the text?

Recruitment of experts regardless of location Signup and view all the answers

What task type might virtual teams not be suitable for, as mentioned in the text?

Tasks requiring different areas of expertise Signup and view all the answers

What issue may arise in virtual teams due to a lack of common knowledge among team members?

Increased miscommunication Signup and view all the answers

What does an initial face-to-face kick-off meeting aim to address in virtual teams?

Lack of shared common knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What is one factor that makes training most effective?

Having a large difference between actual and needed KSA's Signup and view all the answers

What is team efficacy defined as in the text?

Belief in the team's capability to perform a task successfully Signup and view all the answers

Why might members with negative diversity beliefs benefit more from diversity training?

They engage in more systematic information processing Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the effect of low diversity in a group along with less positive beliefs on creativity?

It has a negative effect on creativity Signup and view all the answers

What do previous research findings indicate about diversity training and diversity efficacy beliefs?

Diversity training leads to increased diversity efficacy beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to take a mediator approach instead of just looking at simple models in studying diversity and creativity?

No main effect was found of diversity and creativity in previous studies Signup and view all the answers

What are KSA’s an acronym for?

Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes Signup and view all the answers

What effect does having positive diversity beliefs have on the effectiveness of diversity training?

Positive beliefs increase the effectiveness of training Signup and view all the answers

Why is having negative diversity beliefs beneficial for training according to the text?

Negative belief members engage more with the material Signup and view all the answers

What is the shared belief in the team's capability to perform a task successfully known as?

Team efficacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between external communication and team cohesion?

Negative Signup and view all the answers

How does continuing to rely on transactive memory after member replacement impact group performance?

Causes performance decline Signup and view all the answers

What does social identity consist of according to the text?

Value and significance of group membership Signup and view all the answers

How does lack of superordinate identity impact acceptance of newcomer suggestions?

Reduces acceptance Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of hostilities and negative attitudes between groups according to Realistic conflict theory?

Decreased intergroup relations Signup and view all the answers

How do groups perceive their need for each other under positive interdependence?

As interdependent partners Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of intergroup relations in the text?

To affect intragroup dynamics Signup and view all the answers

What does social categorization lead members to see their group as?

More homogeneous and more extreme Signup and view all the answers

What motivates group members to positively distinguish their group from other groups?

Striving for a positive social identity Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions do hostilities and negative attitudes between groups develop according to Realistic conflict theory?

Under negative interdependence Signup and view all the answers

According to social identity theory, when do people tend to identify with a group?

When group membership provides a positive social identity Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference in behavior between individuals and groups as mentioned in the text?

Individuals prefer self-interest while groups focus on joint interests Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of depersonalization, according to self-categorization theory?

Shift from seeing people as individuals to seeing them as group members Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of intergroup interdependence according to Realistic conflict theory?

To promote hostilities between groups Signup and view all the answers

How does the combination of group salience and intergroup competition affect group members?

Motivates them to positively distinguish their group from others Signup and view all the answers

What effect does the discontinuity effect highlight about group behavior?

Groups exhibit more competitive behavior than individuals Signup and view all the answers

What is the tendency of intergroup bias according to the text?

To treat and evaluate in-group members more favorably than out-group members Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of groups expecting other groups to be competitive?

Increases likelihood of competition between groups Signup and view all the answers

What influences how hard group members are prepared to work for their group?

Group salience and identification with the group Signup and view all the answers

Why do people strive for a positive social identity according to the text?

To fulfill the need for a positive self-view Signup and view all the answers

'A shift from seeing people as individuals to seeing them as group members' relates to which concept in the text?

'Depersonalization' Signup and view all the answers

Why is training most effective when there is a large difference between actual and needed KSA’s?

Because it ensures a better match between training content and task requirements Signup and view all the answers

Why do members with negative diversity beliefs benefit more from diversity training according to the text?

Because they have more to gain and engage in systematic information processing Signup and view all the answers

How does having less positive diversity beliefs and low diversity in a group affect creativity after diversity training?

It may actually lead to negative effects on creativity Signup and view all the answers

What is team efficacy defined as in the text?

Shared belief in the team's capability to perform a task successfully Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider team efficacy as a mediator when studying the impact of training on performance?

To avoid focusing solely on individual performance improvements Signup and view all the answers

What role does diversity training play in influencing diversity efficacy beliefs?

It leads to increased diversity efficacy beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions might anonymity in computer-mediated communication increase conformity to group norms?

When there is a lack of accountability for individual contributions Signup and view all the answers

How does social identity model of deindividuation effects suggest anonymity affects social influence in computer mediated communication?

Enhances social influence by reducing personal responsibility Signup and view all the answers

What do hostilities and negative attitudes between groups develop according to Realistic conflict theory?

Due to competition over limited resources or power Signup and view all the answers

How does boundary-spanning contribute to team cohesion?

By promoting open communication between teams Signup and view all the answers

How does boundary-spanning impact team cohesion?

It has a negative effect Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the accuracy of the transactive memory system after member replacement?

It becomes less accurate Signup and view all the answers

What impact does lack of superordinate identity have on newcomer suggestions?

It leads to rejection regardless of quality Signup and view all the answers

What concept involves moving resources into or out of a group within an organization?

Transactive memory Signup and view all the answers

How does intergroup presence affect intragroup dynamics according to the text?

It creates specific intergroup processes that affect intragroup dynamics Signup and view all the answers

What problem arises when groups continue to rely on their transactive memory after member replacement?

Decreased performance Signup and view all the answers

How does functional diversity impact internal communication in teams?

It decreases internal communication Signup and view all the answers

What motivates group members to positively distinguish their group from other groups?

Striving for a positive social identity Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between membership change and group performance based on the text?

It impacts both potential performance and actual performance Signup and view all the answers

How does depersonalization impact group dynamics according to self-categorization theory?

Leads to perceiving individuals solely as group members Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor that influences how hard group members are prepared to work for their group?

Identification with the group and salience of group membership Signup and view all the answers

How does intergroup competition influence group behavior?

Motivates group members to work harder to distinguish their group positively Signup and view all the answers

What role does social identity play in motivating individuals within a group?

Motivating individuals to strive for a positive social identity Signup and view all the answers

Why might intergroup bias occur among group members?

Due to a tendency to evaluate one's own group more favorably Signup and view all the answers

'A shift from seeing people as individuals to seeing them as group members' relates to which concept in the text?

'Depersonalization' Signup and view all the answers

What tends to lead to depersonalization in social categorization processes?

'Seeing individuals as part of a collective' Signup and view all the answers

What is the key concept behind the contact hypothesis for reducing ingroup bias?

Promoting dual identities among group members Signup and view all the answers

How does media richness influence the interpretation of messages in synchronous communication?

By providing immediate feedback to check message interpretation Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to reduce identification problems for the dominated group in merger situations?

Emphasize dual identities and value both pre-merger groups Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of social re-categorization processes in mergers?

Help reduce ingroup bias by influencing categorization processes Signup and view all the answers

How does emphasizing individuality rather than group membership contribute to reducing ingroup bias?

By promoting social re-categorization processes Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of focusing group members on an overarching social category in reducing ingroup bias?

Helps encompass both groups under a shared identity Signup and view all the answers

How does social re-categorization contribute to reducing ingroup bias during mergers?

By influencing social categorization processes Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the contact hypothesis in relation to reducing prejudice and ingroup bias?

Reducing prejudice through direct positive contact between different groups Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary focuses of team trainings as mentioned in the text?

Enhancing taskwork, teamwork, and process improvement skills Signup and view all the answers

How is team size categorized in the research mentioned in the text?

Small teams (2 members), medium size teams (3-4 members), large teams (5 or more members) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of team training effectiveness do moderators like membership stability and team size influence?

Performance outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What was the main finding regarding process outcomes for intact teams and ad hoc teams?

Process outcomes were highly similar Signup and view all the answers

Which factor from the text plays a key role in determining the effectiveness of team training?

Membership stability Signup and view all the answers

What did the study partially support regarding Hypothesis 7?

Performance outcomes differed between intact and ad hoc teams Signup and view all the answers

How does the research differentiate between taskwork and teamwork in team training?

'Taskwork' relates to task efficiency while 'teamwork' involves interpersonal interactions Signup and view all the answers

What did the study aim to achieve by examining moderators for team training effectiveness?

To understand factors that influence the effectiveness of team training Signup and view all the answers

'Results here indicated that especially performance outcomes differed between intact teams and ad hoc teams.' What was this specific finding mentioned in relation to?

'The impact of team training on performance' Signup and view all the answers

'There is a need for a more accurate understanding of the impact of team training on performance.' What motivates this research goal according to the text?

'To understand what type of team training works best' Signup and view all the answers

What theory emphasizes the role of intergroup interdependence in shaping hostilities between groups?

Realistic conflict theory Signup and view all the answers

What phenomenon, highlighted in the text, explains why groups are more likely to focus on self-interest rather than joint interests?

Discontinuity effect Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition do groups expect other groups to be competitive, according to the text?

Negative interdependence Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used in the text to describe the outcome of groups expecting other groups to be competitive?

Hostilities Signup and view all the answers

How do individuals and groups differ in their approach to competitive behavior, as mentioned in the text?

Groups focus on self-interest, while individuals often choose to cooperate for better collective outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

Why might members with negative diversity beliefs benefit more from diversity training?

They have more to gain from such a training and engage in more systematic information processing. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of team efficacy in training effectiveness according to the text?

Team efficacy can mediate the effectiveness of diversity training. Signup and view all the answers

How does having less positive diversity beliefs and low diversity in a group affect creativity training?

It could lead to negative effects of diversity training on creativity. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the difference between actual and needed KSA’s in training effectiveness?

Training is most effective when there is a large difference between actual and needed KSA’s. Signup and view all the answers

How does diversity training impact diversity efficacy beliefs?

Diversity training leads to increased diversity efficacy beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the interplay between diversity training and diversity beliefs on team creativity in nationality diverse teams.

The relationship between diversity training and team creativity in nationality diverse teams is moderated by diversity beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

What are the dual effects of nationality diversity on team creativity?

Nationality diversity can inspire divergent and flexible thinking, but it can also lead to subgroup conflicts and undermine trust. Signup and view all the answers

How does subgroup categorization based on nationality diversity affect team dynamics?

It leads to conflicts, favoritism towards one's own nationality subgroup, and undermines trust and communication between subgroups. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of team efficacy in the relationship between diversity training and team creativity?

Team efficacy acts as a mediator in the relationship between diversity training and team creativity in nationality diverse teams. Signup and view all the answers

How do the different thinking styles, knowledge, and ideas in nationality diverse teams influence team creativity?

They can inspire divergent and flexible thinking, preventing groupthink and enhancing creativity. Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors that the effects of media richness on group performance likely depend on?

Level of and distribution of expertise among group members, type of task, task difficulty, amount of interdependence among group members Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of virtual teams according to the text?

The possibility to recruit experts irrespective of their location Signup and view all the answers

What challenges may arise in virtual teams due to lack of mutual knowledge and trust?

Problems and miscommunication Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario does anonymity in computer mediated communication have a dual impact on social influence?

When group members' social identity is salient Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential benefit of an initial face-to-face kick-off meeting for virtual teams?

Helping to establish common knowledge and trust Signup and view all the answers

How does social identity theory explain the motivation behind intergroup bias?

People strive for a positive social identity by perceiving their own group as superior, leading to intergroup bias. Signup and view all the answers

What concept can motivate group members to work harder to positively distinguish their group from others?

Intergroup competition Signup and view all the answers

How do social categorization processes influence the perception of individuals within a group?

They lead to depersonalization, shifting from seeing individuals to group members. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of self-categorization theory in how people categorize others?

Tendency to categorize people into meaningful social categories. Signup and view all the answers

How does the salience of group membership and identification with the group influence group members' effort?

It determines how hard members are prepared to work for their group. Signup and view all the answers

How does social categorization contribute to group polarization?

By leading members to see their group as more homogeneous and more extreme. Signup and view all the answers

What role does intergroup interdependence play in Realistic conflict theory?

It determines the development of hostilities and negative attitudes between groups. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between how individuals and groups behave in competitive situations?

Individuals often cooperate for collective outcomes, while groups often choose to compete. Signup and view all the answers

How does the discontinuity effect manifest in group behavior?

Groups are more likely to focus on self-interest rather than joint interests. Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions do hostilities and negative attitudes between groups develop according to Realistic conflict theory?

Under conditions of negative interdependence. Signup and view all the answers

How do optimal contact conditions influence social categorization processes?

They reduce ingroup bias by emphasizing individuality rather than group membership and focusing on an overarching social category. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of emphasizing dual identities in the context of mergers?

It can help reduce identification problems for the dominated group by valuing both high- and low-status premerger groups. Signup and view all the answers

How does media richness impact the interpretation of messages in synchronous communication?

Media richness refers to the degree to which a medium provides cues for interpreting messages and immediate feedback, which aids in accurate message interpretation. Signup and view all the answers

What role does social re-categorization play during mergers?

Social re-categorization processes are important in merger situations where two unequal groups are merging. Signup and view all the answers

How does the dominant group's continuity of social identity impact merger situations?

Members of the dominant group experience continuity of their social identity during mergers, which may not be the case for the dominated group. Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential positive and negative effects of nationality diversity on team creativity?

Potential positive effects include inspiring divergent thinking and preventing groupthink. Potential negative effects include conflicts and undermining trust. Signup and view all the answers

How does the interplay of diversity training and diversity beliefs impact team creativity in nationality diverse teams?

The effectiveness of diversity training depends on an interaction between training design, trainee characteristics, and the work environment. Signup and view all the answers

What role does subgroup categorization based on nationality diversity play in team dynamics?

Subgroup categorization based on nationality diversity can lead to conflicts and undermine trust and communication between subgroups. Signup and view all the answers

How does diversity training impact diversity efficacy beliefs?

Diversity training can influence diversity efficacy beliefs by shaping how team members perceive their ability to work effectively in diverse teams. Signup and view all the answers

What are the dual effects of nationality diversity on team creativity?

Nationality diversity can inspire divergent thinking and prevent groupthink, but it can also lead to conflicts and undermine trust between subgroups. Signup and view all the answers