group formation and its theories

2.  Aggregation of small number of persons who
work for common goals, develop a shared
attitude, are aware that they are part of group
and perceive themselves as such
 Two or more individuals interacting with each
other to achieve common objectives

3.  Two or more people
 Collective Identity
 Interaction
 Shared goal interest
 Well set goals
 Proper rules and guidelines for behavior

4.  Pooling of knowledge and experience
 Fulfill the tasks that cant be achieved
individually
 To bring a number of skills an talents to
accomplish difficult tasks
 Status symbol
 Protection from external threats
 Desire to socialize and satisfy emotional
needs

6. Forming Norming Adjourning
Storming Performing

7.  For temporary groups who have a deadline of
work performance
Completion
Performance
Transition
First Meeting
Time

8. 1. Propinquity Theory ---- nearness
2. Homans Interaction Theory
Activities Interaction
Sentiments

9. 3. Balance Theory – Given by Newcomb
Individual A Individual B
Sentiments

10. 4. Exchange Theory
Based on Reward (R) and Cost (c)
If R>C, individual joins group
If R<C, individual leaves group

11. “We must remember that one determined
person can make a significant difference, and
that a small group of determined people can
change the course of history.”