| Code |
13343
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| Year |
1
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| Semester |
S1
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| ECTS Credits |
6
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| Workload |
-
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| Scientific area |
Psychology
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Entry requirements |
NA
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Learning outcomes |
- Theoretical competences in comprehending how small groups function, in particular in relation to group
formation and dynamics.
- Introduction competences of small group research literature analysis in order to promote the
comprehension of group use as a change/intervention tool.
- Interpersonal skills to work in groups in order to carry out practical activities and theoretical studies of
the curricular unit.
- Skill set in communicating ideas, problems and solutions, resulting from the activities of analysis, synthesis and reflection carried out in individual and group work.
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Syllabus |
1. Group structure and dynamics.
2. Group formation and development.
3. Group interdependence and cohesion.
4. Emotions and emotional expression within groups.
5. Conflict and conflict resolution within groups.
6. Group autonomy and leadership.
7. Problem-solving and decision making within groups.
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Main Bibliography |
Forsyth, D. R. (2005). Group dynamics (4rd ed.). Belmont-California: Wadsworth Publishing.
Hogg, M. & Tindale, S. (Eds.) (2001). Blackwell handbook of social psychology: Group processes. Oxford: Blackwell.
Levine, J. M. & Moreland, R. L. (2006). Small groups: Key readings. New York: Psychology Press.
Franz, T. M. (2012). Group dynamics and team interventions: Understanding and improving team performance. London: Wiley- Blackwell
Wheelan, S. A. (Ed.) (2005). The handbook of group research and practice. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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