The Stages of Group Development
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Stages of Group Development
The idea behind this was developed in 1965 by a man named Bruce Tuckman
He identified 4 stages at first. Fifth was added later.
Forming
Represents a time, just coming together
Anxiety and uncertainty
want to be accepted
conflict
controversy
personal opinions are avoided
the point and focus for group members during this stage is to become familiar with each other and their purpose, not on work.
Understanding of the group’s purpose
determining how the team will be organized
discussion of major milestones
outlining general group rules
discovery of what resources will be available for the group
Storming
conflict and competition are at its greatest
they start to feel confident
begin to address some of the more important issues surrounding the group
group’s tasks
individual roles and responsibilites
group members
the more dominant group members emerege
less-confrontational suppress feelings
all members have an increased need for clarification
not many groups are able to move forward
they need clarity
Norming
Group becomes a cohesive unit, morale is high
sense of community is established
remain focus on groups purpose or goal
members are flexible, interdependent and trust each other.
Leadership is shared, and
members are willing to adapt to the needs of the group
information flows seamlessly and is inhabited due to the sense of security members feel in the norming stage
Performing
This is the peak of the group
this is marked by high productivity
group members are unified, loyal and supportive.
competence in all members is seen, allowing for a high level of autonomy in decision making.
the overall objective of the group in this stage is to complete their mission and fulfill their purpose through goal achievement
Adjourning
once goals and objectives have been achieved
at this point it’s important to achieve closure for the group on a positive note
important to recognize the group members for their accomplishments and celebrate the group’s overall success