Group Communication and Problem-Solving Effectiveness II: An Exploratory Investigation of Procedural Functions.

Hirokawa, Randy Y.

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Publication Date: 1983

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Group Communication and Problem-Solving Effectiveness II: An Exploratory Investigation of Procedural Functions.

Hirokawa, Randy Y.

Western Journal of Speech Communication, v47 n1 p59-74 Win 1983

Found that of five "task-achievement functions" examined, two serve as accurate predictors of group problem-solving effectiveness. Specifically, found that (1) a negative relationship exists between group effectiveness and attempts to "establish operating procedures"; and (2) a positive relationship exists between group effectiveness and attempts to "analyze the group problem." (PD)

Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Communication (Thought Transfer), Communication Research, Evaluation Criteria, Group Discussion, Group Dynamics, Higher Education, Interaction Process Analysis, Literature Reviews, Problem Solving

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