Group Dynamics

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This paper discusses Bruce Tuckman's studies of group dynamics. The paper examines his "Forming-Storming-Norming-Performing" model of team development, which focused on better understanding of group dynamics. The paper explains that Tuckman maintained that groups pass through four important stages as they gain maturity and establish important connections with each other.

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"In the first stage, a group is highly depended on the leader who directs and guides them since they are not familiar with their roles. There is usually low agreement on what the team should achieve and how. Roles are ambiguously defined and thus chances of conflicts are bright. In the second stage of storming, team members fight for their place in the group. Each tries to vie for the best position or more authority as they ease into their new roles as team members. In this stage, power struggles are common."

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