...Rodolfo Bonilla Advantages. 1. Feedback. Members participating in treatment groups can receive feedback for others within the group and can be more receptive to the feedback given by their peers. This also allows members to act as role models, and build rapport. 2. Normalization. Often members feel as if they are the only one who are, or have had a specific experience, of feeling, and by participating in such groups they often find they have more in common with other members, normalizing the specific area of concern. 3. Resources. While treatment groups are a resource, those participating in them often find other resources through their interactions with other members, that relate to their specific situation. 4. Role models. Individuals...
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...Running head: LEADING AND PARTICIPATING Leading and Participating in Discussions in Small Groups or Teams Steven L McGee Group and Organizational Behavior Christine E. Philips, Ph.D. MHR Group 236 Trevecca Nazarene University Leadership is not dictating, it is about keeping the group focused and motivating members to do their best during group activities. According to a study by the Hay Group, a global management consultancy, there are 75 key components of employee satisfaction (Lamb, McKee, 2004). Trust and confidence in top leadership was proven to be the single most reliable predictor of employee satisfaction in an organization. When a person doesn’t respect the people in a leadership position, complications in tasks will arise. An example of this would be in the workplace when a leader is delegating responsibility to employees, and the employees do not respect him or her. The task will be completed; however, the quality or production will not be as good as it would if the manager was appropriately respected. Trust and respect go hand in hand when leading any group, whether it is in the workplace, school, or just a casual event. Aside from trust and respect, a leader has the ability to set the morale in a group. Being aware of the mental and spiritual shape of your teammates plays an important part in leadership. Leaders can shape morale by compassion, and by listening to other group members before adding their thoughts and ideas. By listening to others...
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...approximately 100 students between the ages of 7-18 participating in this study with an even distribution for gender. The participants will be recruited from a local school district that offers both traditional and online public school at the end of the school year though a school counselor. Materials Two different kind of surveys will be used. The first survey will be used to test parent involvement. The survey will use a 5 point Likert Scale (5 being the highest and 1 being the lowest) that will have questions on how often the parent spends time with the participant (non-studying), how often the parent helps participant with home/schoolwork, parent keeping track of participants’ whereabouts, demographics, SES, and other background information. The second survey will be used to test socialization using a 5 point Likert Scale with 5 being the highest and 1 being the lowest. This survey will cover extracurricular activities for the student, jobs or volunteering, spending time with friends and family, and connecting with people on social networks. Procedures...
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...participants: A Case for Student Communication in Online Classes A Case for Student Communication in Online Classes Grand Canyon University: UNIV 501 9 July 2011 A Case for Student Communication in Online Classes This article explains the importance of participation, interaction, and communication in the virtual classroom between the students and instructors. Many students today are enrolling in online classes to continue their education. Inside the online classroom, students began to meet and greet through discussion forums. Once a relationship and trust has been established between the students and instructors, an online community has been formed within that classroom. Students and their instructors will learn, communicate, and interact with one another throughout the course. Initially, everyone starts out participating in the online discussion forums, but then the true slackers make their appearance apparent in the online classroom. Some students log into the classroom, but show little or no involvement in the classroom or lack input in the discussion forums. This eventually creates a big problem in the online classroom. Due to the lack of log ins, participation, and interaction dismantles the classroom as a whole. A research study was done to show how the students who participated very little could cause disorder in the online classroom community and risk online learning. Background Many education programs have become recognizable and more accessible online...
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...held individually accountable for the complete content of assignment or projects. However, different proponents have slightly different perception or view on Cooperative Learning. (Johnsons, et.al, 1991) mentioned that cooperative learning is the instructional use of small groups so that students work together to maximize their own and each other's learning. Then, Kagan (1994) stated that cooperative learning is a teaching arrangement that refers to small, heterogeneous groups of students working together to achieve a common goal. However, (Johnson, Johnson and Holubec, 1998) stated cooperative learning is a strategy that is used to maximize students achievement in schools; though, oftentimes it goes without being used to its fullest potential or is used in an unsuccessful. Woolfolk (2001) views cooperative learning as an arrangement in which students work in mixed ability groups and are rewarded on the basis of the success of the group. Another website resource studied that the term "cooperative learning" covers the subset of active learning activities which students do as groups of three or more, rather than alone or in pairs; generally, cooperative learning techniques employ more formally structured groups of students assigned complex tasks, Students’ learning goals may be structured to promote cooperative, competitive, or individualistic efforts. In every classroom, instructional activities are aimed at accomplishing goals and are conducted under a goal...
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...Male Adolescent Development Through Sports Adolescence is the period between childhood and adulthood, and there are a number of changes that take place. My goal for this paper is to address the influence that participating in sports has on the social development of males through adolescence. This is a time where individuals look to find their identity, and with new parental and peer influence, this can be a tough time. I found the interesting twist for this paper to be addressing how sports help or facilitate this development, because going through my adolescence, sports were very important. I feel that participating in sports gave entry to interactions with a number of new people, to keep you socially up to date. With involvement in a league, team, etc., people can establish who they want to be by establishing their relationships with others, and progressing towards a desired identity. In addition, being part of a team allows an individual to gauge themselves against their fellow peers, and see if they are on the same level, or feel inferior. Throughout this paper I am going to explore different steps and events that take place in the social development of adolescence of males in relation to sports. A starting point for social development of adolescence is finding an individual’s identity. At this adolescent stage, you are able to think more critically and abstractly than you do when you are younger (McGrath, 2009). Therefore you can find a deeper perception of yourself...
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...able to: * Explain the role of effective communication and interpersonal interaction within your placement. * Explain factors that may influence communication and interpersonal interactions within your placement. * Explain the strategies used in your work placement to overcome barriers to effective communication and interpersonal interactions.Part 2 – 2 Observations and Professional DiscussionYour supervisor will need to arrange to observe you participating in a one-to-one interaction and a group interaction within your placement. The Supervisor will then assess your communication and interpersonal skills in relation to each interaction. Within your supervision session, you will need to have a professional discussion to show reflection and learning from these two interactions to show your professional understanding of effective communication within your placement. | Assessment & grading criteria | (P1) Explain the role of effective communication and interpersonal interaction in a health and social care context(P3) Explain factors that may influence communication and interpersonal interactions in health and social care environments(P4) Explain strategies used in health and social care environments to overcome barriers to effective communication and interpersonal interactions.(P5) Participate in a one-to-one interaction in a health and social care context.(P6) Participate in a group interaction in a health and social care context.(M3) Assess their...
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...regularly, but also communicated effectively with their classmates or the facilitator, were the ones who successfully completed the class. Those students who did otherwise did not share in the success. Researchers used a learning management system (LMS) to track students’ contributions within online communities. The LMS reveled that some students do not realize the benefits of participating online, which was evident by their failure in the class. Students that listened but did not participate did not gain the same benefits as those who participated fully. Interacting with your peers can help eliminate the social isolation that online students often experience. These interactions insure students are a part of facilitator-controlled discussions. As the student participates they gain more knowledge of the material, and are able to contribute to the community more. Groups of students are better able to problem solve, as well as clarify ideas. “Well-facilitated online discussions can be more inclusive than classroom discussion by including introverted students and enabling better quality interaction” (Cox, Carr, & Hall, 2004). Since, the authors were ultimately interested in improving course completion rates, they divided these “Low online visibility and participation”(Nagel, Blignaut and Cronje 2007) students into five categories. The first is the read-only participants, students that logged in and posted frequently but did the post anything...
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...has incorporated digital ethnography and social networking analysis to critically examine and analyze the focus groups at hand. Social networking sites are an important aspect in the digital world and involve increased networking of existing and compound relations which goes beyond close friends. It is a conglomerate friendship and relations of friends of friends. Technology has made vast and significant changes in social dynamics. It tends to both affect people in the society by either making them comfortable and uncomfortable thus affecting their self-esteem (Meadows, 2003, P. 23). The process of transferring human contact into the world through creating complete, genuine and reliable social inter-connections seems to affect one’s self-esteem. These social groups can be sampled and used as focus groups which can be used as an analysis of behavior for the entire society as a whole. The study is important in addressing the behaviors of participants in a focus group relevant to the overall effect of the digital world relevant to the self-esteem of individuals in the society. The Existing Literature Review Technology, social networking and the increasing reliance of the digital media has an undeniable effect on an individual’s social life. This section of the study reviews how these effects come to be. The study through the use of focus groups found that focus groups are established through mutual trust and intent of communication. This intent may be driven by the need for a sense...
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...Angelica Carlos English 4 19 March 2012 Benefits of Animal Assisted Therapy Throughout human history, “animals have occupied a central position in theories concerning the ontology and treatment of sickness and disease” (Serpell 16). Animals have played a major role in the lives of humans in ways that have affected our entire being and survival. Countless amounts of people, animals, and time have been put into bringing AAT all over the world; as a result, five other countries have adopted this form of therapy. The volunteers and workers of Animal Assisted Therapy have pushed to bring an exciting new therapy to children and adults all around. Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) is a familiar method of treatment and rehabilitation in many diseases and conditions, where the animal becomes an important “behavioral facilitator”, causing improvements in the behavior and health of the patient. “Numerous authors and medical professionals point to its importance and in particular that the positive feedback between the patient, the animal, and the therapist reduces many symptoms, and improves the quality of life” (Yeh 2005). The history of Animal Assisted Therapy can be traced back to the 9th Century. It is a goal-oriented intervention in which an animal that meets the criteria becomes an integral part of the treatment process for patients. The benefits of Animal Assisted Therapy far outweigh the risks, and should be used and recognized as an effective form of therapy...
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...Profile Social responsibility begins as a belief (Hudak, 2008). The belief is to provide safety, protection, sense of belonging, financial stimulus and opportunity, and fairness. Individuals form groups and groups build communities. Communities build a social responsibility profile based on the moral sense of altruism by create recycling programs, community centers, schools, court houses, and homes (Trevino & Nelson, 2007). The following is a brief profile of The City of Addison Texas including social responsibilities of the community and individuals. The Brief Profile The City of Addison celebrates a rich proportion of diversity within the 4.4 square mile city limits. The residential population is estimated at 15,830 and because of the 170 plus restaurants, 22 hotels, and numerous businesses the population can reach 100,000 on any given day (The City of Addison, 2012). Addison demography includes Anglo Americans (White), African American (Black), Hispanics, Hawaiians, and Asians. Fifty five percent of residents age 25-plus have Associates, Bachelors, or a graduate degree (The City of Addison, 2012). The residents of Addison have a vast range of careers including lawyers, engineers, business owners, and reside in apartments, condominiums, and homes. Interactions The City of Addison offers multiple avenues for residents and visitors to interact with each other. The city interacts with residents and visitors through the official website to spread information...
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...Using examples discuss the strengths and weaknesses of interactionist research methods. Part B One method of research used by Interactionists is known as the un-structured interview. They are less strict than an ordinary interview and are similar to that of an everyday conversation. Although it will be based around a specific subject or topic it allows the interviewee to go deeper into the question and give a more in-depth opinion. Unstructured interviews are commonly, open-ended and flexible as they can go beyond the question. (reference) whilst having an specific topic for the overall direction of the interview’s structure the flexibleness of the style can enter areas which may not be or have seemed not to be important. Although unstructured interviews are helpful they do hold some weakness, firstly the process can be expensive and take a great amount of time for discussion with more than just one person to improve reliability. A great deal of time is also spent in collecting and analysing the answers given afterwards due to key words, progression of trends and so on. Furthermore it is known that some participants to put themselves in a favourable position to the reality. Lastly it can be difficult to separate bias from opinion if the interviewer becomes friendly with the interviewee. However in comparison to this, it allows the interviewer the opportunity to come across in a more friendly and open manner than an appearance which may make the interviewee feel tense...
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...learning in the same classroom has the added benefit of allowing students to exchange ideas and questions with one another providing another valuable learning medium that online environments cannot replicate. First-hand interaction with the educating professor also allows for ideas to be exchanged freely and without any communication barriers. 2. Improve social skills. 3. Offer one-on-one support from teachers. 4. Presence of a Teacher: A teacher can guide the students well. He/she can help them understand difficult concepts, and thereby develop efficient studying techniques. This is the biggest advantage of classroom learning. 5. Group Study: A classroom provides the perfect setting to fuel brainstorming and group study. Helping each other is one of the best ways to clear your concepts and strengthen them. You can learn how to prepare better for your exams by taking tips from each other. 6. Presentations: Oral presentations and seminars give you the opportunity to get over stage fright and gain confidence too. This goes a long way in making you more able when you step into the professional world. 7. Wider Exposure: In terms of subjects you study as well as people you meet, classroom education gives you a wider exposure. Through interaction with students from different disciplines, you can better evaluate your own interests and choose a career that is perfect for you. In the process, you may even make friends for life, who knows! Pros of Online learning...
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...translate the healthiest thoughts into action. Canyon Ranch advises those considering entering that “Canyon Ranch is more than a place, it’s state of mind and a way of life” Guests are therefore empowered to take command of their lives through fitness, healthier living, integrative wellness and learning how to deal with stress, all which leads to longer and happier lives. At Canyon Ranch the idea is that one can relax, be happier, get health and experience a more fulfilling life. People have been in quest of this goal for as long as anyone can remember therefore its Canyon Ranch’s aim to be the answer to that quest.. There have been different avenues in which to achieve this and at different levels of involvement. Self-help groups, social interaction, clubs, books, articles, and various DVD’s on the subject. But a Canyon Ranch experience is so much more than any self help book or aid can be but of course at a much higher price. Yet with 230 different services no self help book can match that kind of appeal. At one of the Canyon Ranch locations (with the use of the word “location” is intended to be generic) as Canyon Ranch conspicuously doesn’t necessarily call itself a resort, a spa, a golf course, a club or vacation destination as it’s all of these. They do have individual spa clubs but Canyon Ranch is best known as being the total of all these descriptive entities wrapped up into one. Thus simply referencing the name Canyon Ranch conjures up the image of these nouns...
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...work and program activities. You will be required to monitor and maintain the security of the correctional facility. Correctional Officer duties require daily interaction with prisoners and a Correctional Officer will provide guidance, assistance and referral to programs designed to assist in prisoner rehabilitation and integration. Correctional Officers will work as part of a team that will be responsible for the safe, secure and humane management of prisoners. Journal 1. Ensure offender discipline is in line with each prisons code of behaviour and legislation requirements. This can be achieved in a number of ways, the most important of which is to have a good understanding of legislation regarding prisons and also the prisons code of behaviour. Behaving in an ethical manner and ensuring that legislation is followed. Being a prison, which is a government organisation, it is vital that all team members ensure that discipline actions are in accordance to behavioural codes and legislation. If this is not followed it could have a divers effect on the whole organisation. Ensuring that behavioural incidents are reported is vital for the purpose of the sentence management program. 2. Encourage and facilitate participation in rehabilitation programs. This can be achieved by assisting in and participating in rehabilitation activities. Interacting with prisoners and responding to their needs. Encouraging prisoners to participate in rehabilitation programs in order...
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