The item you selected is unavailable, but we found something similar.

Picture 1 of 2

Stock photo

Small Group and Team Communication Perfect John C., Harris, Thoma - Picture 1 of 2

Small Group and Team Communication Perfect John C., Harris, Thoma - Picture 2 of 2

Small Group and Team Communication by John C. Sherblom and Thomas E. Harris (2007, Perfect)

5.03 product ratings

Better World Books (2610833)
98.8% positive feedback

Price:

$6.19

Free shipping

Estimated delivery Tue, May 7 - Thu, May 9

Returns:

30 days returns. Buyer pays for return shipping.

Condition:

Like New

Book

About this product

Product Information

Praised for its writing style, research base, and range of topics covered,Small Group and Team Communicationdevelops issues of diversity, ethics, technology and the organizational use of groups and teams within a systems theory framework. Clearly organized and logically presented, this book provides the opportunity for outstanding discussions of critical issues. Harris and Sherblom effectively integrate real-world examples, hypothetical situations, social science theories, and scholarly research into a unified discussion of small group and team communication. Through extensive examples, case studies, and exercises,Small Group and Team Communicationengages the reader and guides them from theoretical discussions into application and experience of the concepts presented.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Allyn & Bacon, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0205483674
ISBN-13
9780205483679
eBay Product ID (ePID)
58673067

Product Key Features

Author
John C. Sherblom, Thomas E. Harris
Publication Name
Small Group and Team Communication
Format
Perfect
Language
English
Publication Year
2007
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
337 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
9.3in
Item Height
0.7in
Item Width
7in
Item Weight
19.2 Oz

Additional Product Features

Lc Classification Number
Hd66.H3746 2008
Edition Number
4
Table of Content
1. Small Groups: Power, Definition, and Attraction. The Power of Groups. Defining Small Group Communication. Why Join a Group? Characteristics of Small Groups. Characteristics of Small Group Communication. Types of Small Groups. Groups in Organizations. 2. Groups as Systems of Interaction. Understanding Small Group Success. Communication in Small Groups. A Systems Approach to Small Group Communication. 3. Norms, Roles, Cohesiveness, and Groupthink. Norms. Roles. Cohesiveness. Groupthink. 4. Four Phases of Group Development: Forming, Storming, Norming, and Performing. Forming: Hello, Orientation, and Inclusion. Storming: Conflict in Groups. Norming: Emergence as a Group. Performing: Making Decisions and Solving Problems. Terminating. Usefulness of the Phase Model. Overriding Influences. 5. Diversity in Groups: The Strength of Different Perspectives. Defining Diversity and Its Place in Small Groups. Assumptions and Stereotyping. Communication Contexts. Diversity in Small Groups and Teams. Making Diverse Groups Work. 6. Verbal and Nonverbal Communication. Functions of Verbal Communication. Structures of Meaning in Verbal Communication. Nonverbal Communication. 7. Listening and Feedback: The Other Half of Communication. Motivation. The Four Components of Listening. Active Listening. Feedback: Responding to the Message. 8. Group Evolution: Teams. Organizations and Teams. Teams. 9. Decision Making and Problem Solving. Decision Making and Problem Solving. DECIDE Stages of Decision Making and Problem Solving. The Patterns of Group Decision Making. 10. Creativity in the Small Group Process. What Is Creativity? Creativity Means a New Way of Looking. Barriers to Creativity. Techniques for Encouraging Creativity. Solving Problems Creatively. A Creative Group Climate. 11. Group Process and Presentation Techniques. Brainstorming. Creative Decision-Making Techniques. Problem-Solving Tools. The RISK Procedure. PERT (Program Evaluation and Review Technique). How These Techniques are Used. Small Group Presentational Formats. 12. Productive Conflict Management. Defining Conflict within a Communication Context. Patterns of Conflict Resolution. Power in Group Conflict. Power in Context. 13. Leadership in Small Groups. Recognizing Leaders. Leadership as a Function in a System. Theories of Leadership. Three Characteristics of Leaders. Choosing a Leader. Tasks of Group Leaders. Influences on Group Leadership. Leadership Styles. 14. Observing and Evaluating a Small Group. Systematic Feedback. Success and Failure. Observer-Members Scales. Observer Feedback Guidelines. Individual Role Behavior. Verbal Interaction and Content Analyses. 15. Computer-Mediated Group Communication. Understanding the Technology and Its Influence on Small Group Communication. Influences of the Medium on Communication. Choosing a Medium for the Effective Use of CMC. Adopting Effective Group Communication Strategies for CMC. Appendix: Gathering, Organizing, Processing, and Presenting Information as a Team. Index.
Copyright Date
2008
Target Audience
College Audience
Topic
Business Communication / General, Theater / General, Workplace Culture
Lccn
2007-014274
Dewey Decimal
658.4/036
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes
Genre
Business & Economics, Performing Arts

All listings for this product

item 1 Small Group and Team Communication - Thomas E Harris, 9780205483679, paperback
$6.17
Free shipping
item 2 Small Group and Team Communication (4th Edition) - Paperback - VERY GOOD
$6.18
Free shipping
item 3 Small Group and Team Communication Perfect John C., Harris, Thoma
$6.19
Free shipping
item 4 Small Group and Team Communication, Sherblom, John C.
$7.69
Free shipping
item 5 Small Group and Team Communication by Harris, Thomas E.; Sherblom, John C.
$9.40
Free shipping
item 6 by
$19.12
Free shipping
item 7 SMALL GROUP AND TEAM COMMUNICATION By Thomas E. Harris & John C. Sherblom *Mint*
$23.95
Free shipping

See all 8

5.0

5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 product ratings

3 product ratings

3 users rated this 5 out of 5 stars
0 users rated this 4 out of 5 stars
0 users rated this 3 out of 5 stars
0 users rated this 2 out of 5 stars
0 users rated this 1 out of 5 stars

Would recommend

Good value

Compelling content

Most relevant reviews

5 out of 5 stars
by angel0917007Jan 08, 2008
Excellent quality
This book was like Brand new! It is exactly what I need for class. Now that I realize that I can buy my books somewhere other than campus, I probably will be doing more of it. Its great prices on here and for good quality.
5 out of 5 stars
by cnyates09Nov 01, 2011
Very understandable.
I love this book. It uses simple terms to help you understand the concepts! It is a very good book to learn about small groups.

Best Selling in Textbooks

See all

Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Best Selling in Textbooks

Desk Reference to the Diagnostic Criteria from DSM-5-TR by American Psychiatric Association (2022, Trade Paperback)
5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 product ratings
$7.50 New
---- Used
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-5-TR by American Psychiatric Association (2022, Trade Paperback)
4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 product ratings
$35.70 New
$34.00 Used
Self Heal by Design : The Role of Micro-organisms for Health by Barbara O'Neill (2018, Trade Paperback)
5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 product ratings
$29.99 New
---- Used
Leadership : Theory and Practice by Peter G. Northouse (2021, Trade Paperback, Revised edition)
5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 product rating
$19.98 New
$10.00 Used
Research Design : Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches by J. David Creswell and John W. Creswell (2022, Trade Paperback)
4.2 out of 5 stars based on 5 product ratings
$21.00 New
$18.00 Used
Designing Data-Intensive Applications : The Big Ideas Behind Reliable, Scalable, and Maintainable Systems by Martin Kleppmann (2017, Trade Paperback)
4.9 out of 5 stars based on 17 product ratings
$18.25 New
$15.86 Used
PMBOK® Guide Ser.: Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) and the Standard for Project Management by Project Management Institute (2021, Trade Paperback)
4.9 out of 5 stars based on 7 product ratings
$18.69 New
$13.00 Used

Save on Textbooks

Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Save on Textbooks

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-5-TR Free Shipping
$37.99
Trending at $42.75
PMBOK A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge 7th edition (Pb) 📋
$17.99
Trending at $21.99
National Electrical Code Handbook, 2023 Edition
$62.99
Trending at $67.45
Designing Data-Intensive Applications : The Big Ideas Behind Reliable, Scalable,
$12.49
Trending at $18.95
Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders: DSM-5-TR(Hardcover) Fast...
$41.45
Trending at $42.00
New 2022 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code USA STOCK Free Shipping
$52.24
Trending at $56.50