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What are some factors that can contribute to social loafing in a group setting?
What are some factors that can contribute to social loafing in a group setting?
How can social loafing be prevented in a group setting?
How can social loafing be prevented in a group setting?
What is the Collective Effort Model?
What is the Collective Effort Model?
Study Notes
- Social loafing is caused by several factors in a group setting.
- Larger group sizes can make an individual's contribution seem smaller.
- Lack of clarity, motivation, and accountability can also contribute to social loafing.
- Expecting teammates to overcompensate or not perform well can decrease team motivation.
- Social loafing is related to an individual's value of the goal and their expectation of contributing to it.
- Diffusion of responsibility can also contribute to social loafing.
- Social loafing decreases an individual's motivation to contribute to the group goal.
- The Collective Effort Model explains the relationship between an individual's value of the goal and their motivation to contribute.
- Social loafing can be prevented by clarifying tasks, increasing motivation and accountability, and reducing group size.
- Taking on individual responsibilities can also prevent social loafing.
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Do you know what causes social loafing in group settings? Are you familiar with the factors that contribute to decreased motivation and accountability in teams? Take this quiz to test your knowledge on social loafing and the Collective Effort Model. Learn about the impact of group size, lack of clarity, and diffusion of responsibility on individual contributions. Discover ways to prevent social loafing and increase team motivation. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about this important topic.