Findings indicate that interpersonal compatibility in work groups and its relationship to goal achievement is not a unidimensional or unidirectional phenomenon. Rather, compatibility appears inextricably related to other aspects of group problem solving, including the methodology of decision making. (Author/IRT)

Described a nonsexist group-counseling intervention program of structured small-group sessions using experiential and didactic activities. Evaluation was conducted with eighth-grade girls. A modified version of the Bem Sex-Role Inventory measured their movement toward androgyny. This format seemed appropriate for middle-school age sex-role…

Tests were conducted to determine if domestic chicks would respond to multiple social separations with the cumulative disruption of social development seen in other species. (Author/SS)

A means of reducing teacher anxiety is explored. Administrative policy geared toward a warm and friendly atmosphere that fosters group supportiveness is recommended. (JC)

Developing contact with faculty who have not been involved in instructional development, and the task of the developer in this process, are discussed. Five major outcomes that indicate successful instructional development are outlined: project completion, group dynamics, additional instructional development projects, formal evaluations of…

The decision to use values clarification techniques at a staff orientation for camp counselors was based upon a firm belief that they would ultimately foster harmony, understanding and love, plus a feeling of togetherness that would make the activities program at Camp Fatima in New Hampshire its most successful. (Author/RK)

Task performance was compared in same- and mixed-age triads of 231 first- and third-grade children. Half the triads worked for individual rewards, the rest for group rewards. (JH)

This study compared three reward allocation paradigms for children aged 6 to 7, 8 to 9, and 12 to 13. (Author/JMB)

The article suggests that a separate process of social integration labeled enculturation is able to function in a society where a culturally pluralistic view is fostered, and where this pluralistic view results in a sense of peoplehood. (NQ)

Examined effects of hosts' conflicting motives on peer group entry outcomes among 68 triads of children, ages 10-12 years. Two host friends played a game for a prize that was forfeited for a smaller prize if a guest was included. Found that hosts admitted guest friends more often than nonfriends; female hosts admitted guests more often than male…

Investigates the nature of small group interactions among grade 4-5 students and between the students and their teachers. Provides evidence for the interactive flexibility of students; the construction of culture, power, and norms in each interaction; and the distributed nature of students' artifacts which exceeds social construction. Contains 47…

Reviews work which describes the tribes approach to building community through group development of students and staff, provides a blueprint to assist with its implementation, discusses administrative support, and presents strategies and energizers for teachers. Maintains that organization and insightful writing make the book easy to follow. (KB)

Proposes that a useful perspective for studying group computer-mediated communication is the theoretical construct of interactivity. Examines a representative snapshot of communication among the very large groups populating the networks. Finds that conversations are less confrontational than popularly believed: conversations are more helpful and…