In search of synergy in small group performance /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Larson, James R.
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	New York : Psychology Press, [2010]
Subjects:	Small groups. Small groups > Psychological aspects. Group decision making. Social groups.

Table of Contents:

Introduction : mapping the territory
Tasks : what groups do
Idea generation : creative thinking in groups
Problem solving : performing tasks with correct solutions
Judgment calls : performing tasks with hard-to-demonstrate correct answers
Decision making : selecting from among discrete choice alternatives
Learning and memory : acquiring, retaining, and retrieving knowledge in groups
Motivation : energizing and directing behavior in groups
Group composition : the impact of diversity within groups
Conclusion : prospects for the future in the search for synergy.