Write a brief description of an Ineffective Group to which you have belonged. Refer to table 1-2 on page 26 of your text. Identify and discuss at least five of the characteristics of ineffective groups listed on the chart. Ineffective Groups Table 1.2 Comparison of Effective and Ineffective Groups Effective Groups J Goals are clarified and modified so that the best possible match between an individual's goals and the group's goals is achieved; goals are structured cooperatively so all members are committed to achieving them. Communication is two-way, and the open and accurate expression of both ideas and feelings is emphasized. Participation and leadership are distributed among all group members; goal accomplishment, internal maintenance, and developmental change are underscored. Ability and information determine influence and power; contracts are built to make sure that individuals' goals and needs are fulfilled; power is equalized and shared. Decision-making procedures are matched with the situation; different methods are used at different 1 times; consensus is sought for important decisions; involvement and group discussions are encouraged. Structured controversy in which members advocate their views and challenge each other's information and reasoning is seen as the key to high quality and creative decision making and problem solving. Conflicts of interest are resolved through integrative negotiations and mediation so 1 agreements are reached that maximize joint outcomes and leave all members satisfied. Interpersonal, group, and intergroup skills are stressed; cohesion is advanced through high levels of inclusion, affection, acceptance, support, and trust; individuality is endorsed. Members accept imposed goals; goals are competitively structured so that each member strives to outperform the others. are [ Communication is one-way, and only ideas a expressed; feelings are suppressed or ignored. authority; Leadership is delegated and based on participation is unequal, with high-power members dominating; only goal accomplishment is emphasized. Position determines power; power is concentrated in the authority system; obedience to authority is the rule. Decisions are always made by the highest authority, there is little group discussion; members' involvement is minimal. Disagreement among members is suppressed and avoided; quick compromises are sought to eliminate arguing; groupthink is prevalent. Conflicts of interest are resolved through distributive negotiations or avoidance; some members win and some members lose or else conflict is ignored and everyone is unhappy. The functions of group members are stressed; individuality is deemphasized; cohesion is ignored; rigid conformity is promoted.