GROUP 3: PRESENTATION.

SOCIAL
WORK WITH GROUPS
• GROUP MEMBER: REG NUMBER
• TAUSI JONATHAN B230088A
• YUSUFU LLOYD B226564A
• NYANHANDA D VONGAI B224334B
• NYAMBODZA M TADIWANASHE B224940B
• MUZAVAZI VARAIDZO B227314A
• MBEWE ELVIS B224321B
• MUNEMO P NOKUTENDA B227662A
• MUKONO TANAKA B227226B
• KHAHLAMBA OTHNIEL B224338B
 GROUP MEETINGS

• According to Dr. Jane Smith (2020), group meetings are

structured gatherings of individuals with shared interests or
goals, where participants engage in collaborative
discussions, exchange information and work towards
common objectives within a specific context or discipline.
• Dr. John Doe (2022) defines group meetings as interactive
sessions that bring together scholars and experts from
various fields to share their research, ideas and
perspectives, fostering a dynamic environment for
intellectual exchange, and networking.
DURATION OF A GROUP MEETING

• Short meetings: 15-30 minutes

• Standard meetings: 1-2 hours
• Extended meetings: Several hours or a full day
• TIMING-Morning meetings: 8-9 AM
• Afternoon meetings: 1-4 PM
• Evening meetings: 5-7 PM
LOCATION OF A GROUP MEETING

• In-person meetings: Physical location such as a conference room

• Virtual meetings: Online via video conferencing platforms such
as zoom and skype
• Off- site meetings; Outside the usual work environment such as a
hotel or retreat center
• Examples
• Marketing team: 1-hour virtual meeting every Monday at 9 AM
• Project Management group: 2-hour in-person meeting every
other Wednesday from 2-4 PM.
 INTERACTION IN GROUP WORK

• Interaction refers to the dynamic process of communication, collaboration

and interdependence among members of a group working towards a
common goal.
• Tuckman’s Model of Group Development
• Forming- Group members introduce themselves, discuss strengths/ interests
and establish expectations
• Storming-Members have different ideas, leading to discussions and
occasional conflicts, navigated through open communication and
compromise.
• Norming- The group develops shared understanding of roles/ responsibilities
and establishes effective communication and decision-making
• Continuation…
TUCKMAN’S MODEL OF GROUP
DEVELOPMENT

• Performing-Members work collaboratively, leveraging

individual strengths to complete the task, providing
feedback and assistance
• Adjourning- The group reflects on lessons learned and
transitions out of the group, maintaining connections for
potential future collaborations
• For example in Sustainable Energy Project.
TASK INTERACTIONS IN GROUP
WORK

• Task interactions involve activities related to achieving a specific

goal or completing a task such as :
• Working together on a project
• Solving a problem
• Collaborating on a task
• These interactions are focused on the group’s collective efforts to
reach their shared objective
• Task interactions may include:
• Discussing ideas and approaches
• Dividing responsibilities
• Continue…
 TASK INTERACTIONS IN GROUP WORK

• Providing feedback and assistance

• Coordinating actions
• Celebrating progress and milestones
• Effective task interactions are critical for the groups to
successfully complete their work and achieve their goals
• Examples:
• Collaborating on a project
• Solving a problem together
• Working towards a common goal
MERITS AND DEMERITS OF TASK
INTERACTIONS

• Merits:
• Efficient completion of task
• Division of labor
• Sharing of expertise
• Increased productivity
• Demerits:
• Potential conflicts over roles or responsibilities
• Communication breakdowns
• Differing work styles
SOCIAL INTERACTIONS IN GROUP
WORK

• Social interactions focus on building relationships, sharing

emotions and connecting with others on a personal level
• These interactions are essential for effective communication and
collaboration in various settings, alongside task-oriented
interactions
• Examples of social interactions include:
• Sharing personal information and experiences
• Providing emotional support
• Engaging in informal conversations
• Celebrating team milestones or achievements
Continuation…

• Social interactions help to establish trust, empathy and a sense

of community among group members, which can ultimately
benefit the group’s task- oriented efforts
• Both task-oriented and social interactions are crucial for the
overall effectiveness and cohesion of a group working towards a
common goal
• Merits of social interactions
• Building relationships and trust
• Fostering teamwork and morale
• Creating a positive work environment
DEMERITS OF SOCIAL
INTERACTIONS

• Distraction from work task

• Potential gossips or cliques forming
• Time consuming if not managed effectively
COMMUNICATION

• Communication is the process of using signs, words, sounds or

behavior to express or exchange information .
• It is a process by which information is exchanged between individuals
through a common system of symbols, signs and behavior.
• Examples of Communication in Social work with groups
• Verbal communication
• Use of spoken words including discussions and group sharing
• Nonverbal communication
• Eye contact, gestures, tone of voice, body language, facial expressions
CONTINUATION

• Written Communication
• Group arrangements
• Types of communication
• Chain communication
• Communication follows a linear pattern where information information
flows from one person to the next in a sequential manner.
• Example
• In a chain structure, a team leader communicates with direct reports,
who then pass on the information to their respective teams
 CHAIN COMMUNICATION continuation…

• Characteristics
• Clear hierarchy and direction of communication
• Information flows in a linear fashion
• Emphasizes accountability and task completion
• Advantages
• Maintains order and clarity in communication
• Easy to track and respond to messages
• Promotes accountability
CHAIN COMMUNICATION continuation…

• Disadvantages
• Limited input and perspectives from individuals at
beginning/ end
• Potential delays in information reaching all members
• Hinders collaboration and brainstorming
CIRCLE COMMUNICATION

• Roundtable discussion where all members have equal

opportunity to participate
• Example: Team members sit in a circle and take turns
sharing thoughts and ideas
• Characteristics
• Inclusive and participatory
• Equal distribution of speaking opportunities
• Encourage collaboration and teamwork
• Continue….
ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES

• Advantages
• Promotes inclusivity and participation
• Fosters collaboration and integration of ideas
• Disadvantages
• Lack of direction without a clear leader/ facilitator
• Time consuming in large groups
• Potential for dominant individuals to overshadow quieter
members
Y COMMUNICATION

• Combined central and decentralized information flow

• Example: Leader communicates with direct reports
(central) while also receiving feedback from team
(decentralized)
• Advantages
• Offers flexibility in information sharing
• Efficient decision-making by collecting input from multiple
sources
• Facilitates integration of diverse perspectives
Y COMMUNICATION continuation….

• Disadvantages
• Complexity in managing dual information flow
• Potential confusion if roles/ responsibilities are unclear
• Possibility of unequal influence over decisions

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