Studying 40 branch offices of a large brokerage firm, the investigator attempted to develop a framework for theoretically and operationally defining the concept of interdependence in organizations. After defining task, position-role, social, and skill interdependence, the author explores the consequences of differentiation in terms of the…

This manual is intended primarily for use by small groups that must accomplish tasks within specified periods of time. Chapters, directed toward groups in business, industry, education, religious organizations, politics, government, or virtually any situation where a cooperative effort is required, discuss the following areas: group work as…

This report is concerned with the problem of what personality combinations are likely to produce the most effective group in learning situations. Chapter II explores 15 selected personality characteristics that were expected to affect behavior (independent variables). Chapter III explores certain aspects of group behavior whose measurement…