Group Dynamics, 4th Edition » (4th Edition)

Dr. Donelson R. Forsyth received his Ph.D. in Social Psychology from the University of Florida. His areas of focus include moral judgment, attribution, and group dynamics. He has authored over 80 chapters and articles, published in such journals as "American Psychologist," "Journal of Personality and Social Psychology," "Social Psychology Quarterly," and "Journal of Research in Personality." He serves on numerous editorial boards and is the founding editor of GROUP DYNAMICS: THEORY, RESEARCH, AND PRACTICE. Dr. Forsyth teaches both graduate and undergraduate courses, and was the recipient of the Outstanding Lecturer Award from the College of Humanities and Sciences and the Outstanding Teacher at Virginia Commonwealth University.

In this text for undergraduates, Forsyth (U. of Richmond) introduces the theories, studies, and empirical findings pertinent to groups, integrating theory and research, basic science and application, classic and contemporary work, and psychological and sociological analyses. Coverage includes the individual and the group; group formation, development, socialization, and structure; and leadership, performance, and inter-group relations. Fourteen extended case studies are included. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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Introduces the theories, studies, and empirical findings of group dynamics, featuring key terms, outlines, summaries, chapter activities, and 14 extended cases that illustrate the application of concepts to actual groups. Cases are selected to stimulate student interest, with material on Disney Studios, the People's Temple, and a rock concert stampede. Activities can be completed in classroom groups or outside of class. A reader-friendly writing style integrates perspectives from many disciplines. This third edition is updated to reflect developments in the field over the past 10 years. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:
1.An Introduction to Group Dynamics.
2.Studying Groups.
3.The Individual and the Group.
4.Formation.
5.Cohesion and Development.
6.Structure.
7.Influence.
8.Power.
9.Leadership
10.Performance.
11.Decision Making.
12.Teams.
13.Conflict.
14.Intergroup Relations.
15.Groups in Context.
16.Groups and Change.
17.Crowds and Collective Behavior.