Speech Ch-19

What is an example of a question of policy?

What measures should our school take to improve on-campus security for students?

Should you prepare for a panel discussion?

Yes, you will need to do the research to prepare.

What is a small group?

A collection of three to twelve people who assemble for a specific purpose.

What is the reflective thinking method?

A five-step method for directing discussion in a problem-solving small group.

What is a consensus?

A group decision that is acceptable to all members of the group.

What does it mean to have an implied leader?

A group member to whom other members defer because of his or her rank, expertise, or other quality.

What is a dyad

A group of 2 people.

What is brainstorming and how is it helpful?

A method of generating ideas by free association of words and thoughts. Encourages creativity. Encourages equal participation.

What does it mean to have a designated leader?

A person who is elected or appointed as leader when the group is formed.

What does it mean to have an emergent leader?

A person, who by ability or force of personality, or just by talking the most, takes the leadership role. Might not be the most effective leader but merely the most assertive personality.

What is a symposium? Who introduces it and who gives it?

A public presentation in which several people present prepared speeches on different aspects of the same topic. Moderator - introduces the topic and the speakers. Each speaker - delivers a prepared speech on a different aspect of the topic.

What is a question of policy?

A question about whether a specific course of action should or should not be taken.

What is a hidden agenda?

A set of unstated individual goals that may conflict with the goals of the group as a whole.

What is an oral report and who gives it?

A speech presenting the findings, conclusions, or decisions of a small group. Either the designated leader will deliver the report or select one to do the job.

What is a panel discussion?

A structured conversation on a given topic among several people in front of an audience.

How can you commit yourself to the goals of your group?

Align personal goals with group goals.

What are the different kinds of leadership?

No specific leader Implied leader Emergent leader Designated leader

What are some of the necessary actions of a small group to complete its assigned task?

Analyzing the issues facing the group. Distributing the workload among the members. Collecting information. Soliciting the views of other members. Keeping the group from going off on a tangent. Playing devil's advocate for unpopular ideas. Formulating criteria for judging the most effective solution. Helping the group reach consensus on its final recommendations.

How do you generate potential solutions?

By brainstorming.

How can you fulfill individual assignments?

By each group member doing their part.

How can you avoid interpersonal conflicts?

By keeping disagreements on a work level and not a personal level.

How do you select the best solution?

Come to a group consensus.

What are some of the responsibilities of a small group?

Commit yourself to the goals of the group. Fulfill individual assignments. Avoid interpersonal conflicts. Encourage full participation. Keep the discussion on track.

Maintenance needs

Communicate actions necessary to maintain interpersonal relations in a small group.

What are some routine "housekeeping" actions that are necessary for the efficient conduct of a small group?

Deciding when and where the group will meet. Reserving the room, checking the number of chairs, making sure the heat or ac is on. Setting the agenda of each meeting. Starting the meeting. Taking notes during the meeting. Preparing and distributing any written handouts needed for the meeting. Summarizing the group's progress at the end of the meeting.

What are the 5-steps of reflective thinking?

Define the problem Analyze the problem Establish criteria for solutions Generate potential solutions Select the best solution

How can you encourage full participation?

Draw in the quieter members by asking them questions and showing interest.

What does it mean to have no specific leader?

Equal influence.

How should you analyze the problem?

First figure out what exactly the problem is before trying to fix it. Then do the research.

What guidelines should your group follow when phrasing a question?

First: Make sure the question is as clear as possible. Second: Phrase the question for a wide variety of answers that can be answered with a simple yes or no. Third: Avoid biased or slanted questions. Fourth: Make sure you pose a single question.

How does listening help?

Helps you to understand what is happening in the group. Helps you to evaluate the merits of the speaker's position. Provides support for the speaker and helps creates a positive climate for discussion.

How do you keep the discussion on track?

Intervene if the group gets to far off track.

When should a vote be used?

Only when all else has failed.

What are the different ways of presenting?

Oral report Symposium Panel discussion

What is the best way to define the problem?

Phrase it as a question of policy.

What are the functions of leadership?

Procedural needs Task needs Maintenance needs

What are procedural needs?

Routine "housekeeping" actions necessary for the efficient conduct of business in a small group.

What are task needs?

Substantive actions necessary to help a small group complete its assigned task.

What is leadership?

The ability to influence group members as to help achieve the goals of the group.

What is criteria?

The standards on which a judgement or decision can be based.