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What is the primary focus of the discussion in this chapter?
What is the primary focus of the discussion in this chapter?
- The impact of technology on communication
- A group of people waiting in line for a movie
- The characteristics of large groups in general
- A group of students working on a semester-long research project (correct)
Which of the following best defines small group communication according to the provided information?
Which of the following best defines small group communication according to the provided information?
- Communication between a small group sharing a common goal and feeling connected (correct)
- Communication that occurs only in formal settings or meetings
- Interaction among a group of individuals with no common goal
- Discussion among large groups that lack coordination
Which of the following elements is NOT part of the definition of small group communication?
Which of the following elements is NOT part of the definition of small group communication?
- Use of advanced technological tools (correct)
- Feeling connected to each other
- Coordination of behavior
- A common goal or purpose
In the context of small group communication, what is implied by 'coordination of behavior'?
In the context of small group communication, what is implied by 'coordination of behavior'?
Which statement accurately describes small group communication?
Which statement accurately describes small group communication?
What is the minimum number of people generally agreed upon to form a small group?
What is the minimum number of people generally agreed upon to form a small group?
What is the upper limit for the optimal size of a small working group?
What is the upper limit for the optimal size of a small working group?
How does group size affect communication in small groups compared to larger groups?
How does group size affect communication in small groups compared to larger groups?
What can happen to discussions in larger groups as size increases?
What can happen to discussions in larger groups as size increases?
Why might a line of people waiting for a movie not be considered a small group?
Why might a line of people waiting for a movie not be considered a small group?
Study Notes
Small Group Communication
- Small group communication occurs amongst a small group of people working to achieve a common objective.
- Members of this small group feel a sense of connection to one another and coordinate their actions.
- Example: A group of students working on a school project.
- A group of people waiting in line for a movie is not an example of a small group.
Small Group Size
- The minimum number of people to constitute a small group is three.
- The optimal upper limit for working groups is five to seven people.
- Smaller groups (three people) experience better communication than larger groups (six people) in terms of openness and accuracy.
- As group size increases, anonymity increases, and discussions may become difficult to manage.
- Group size has less of an impact on groups working virtually.
- People waiting in line for a movie are not considered a small group because any number of people can stand in line.
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Test your understanding of small group communication concepts. This quiz explores the dynamics involved when a small number of people collaborate to achieve a common goal, such as working on a school project. Differentiate between true small group interactions and other social gatherings.
