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Addresses the educational
needs of adult students by
developing and providing
engaging, relevant and
accelerated programs.
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MGT 217
Enhances scholarship,
leadership skills, social
responsibility, and promotes
life-long learning.
Provides high-quality, easily
accessible educational
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Enables adults to earn
specific undergraduate and
graduate degrees while
maintaining their personal and
professional commitments.
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Develops new degree and
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student expectations
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Academic Honesty Policy
APA formatting and style
netiquette
course overview
required textbooks
grading scale
IDEA objectives
IDEA description
learning outcomes
course schedule
Moser College Mission
Statement: Moser College
embodies the values of respect,
excellence, collaboration, and
professionalism. We are
committed to delivering
innovative and dynamic
programs designed for adult
students who are dedicated to
enhancing their professional,
local, and global communities.
Moser College Vision
Statement: To be one of the
premier university colleges in
the nation.
Love of Christ and Neighbor  Prayer  Stability  Conversatio  Obedience
Discipline  Humility  Stewardship  Hospitality  Community
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About Your Program at Benedictine University – Moser College
About This Document
This is a hypermedia document – it has been built to mimic navigation on the
web. This document can also be viewed as a presentation or it can be printed
like a traditional document. We use this sort of document because it allows for
navigation links (hyperlinks) to text, graphics, audio/video, and the web. This
type of document also allows you to navigate in a nontraditional, nonlinear way
– by following the page links you are not bound to read or flip through the
document in any sort of order. This is yet another example of Moser College’s
commitment to advancements in technology and blended learning.
About Moser College
The Moser College of Adult & Professional Studies delivers its curricular
programs in a specifically designed structure deliberately oriented for working,
adult learners. The Moser College is committed to providing a learning
environment which extends beyond the classroom and is designed specifically
to meet the needs of its students and their employers by bringing a quality
educational experience without requiring the student to relocate or travel
extensively beyond their home area. Benedictine University's Moser College of
Adult & Professional Studies is fully accredited by the Higher Learning
Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools*.
* http://www.ben.edu/academic_programs/moser/about/index.cfm
About Blended Learning
Blended learning is the integration of different learning environments: mainly the
online format with the face-to-face format, but may also include mobile learning.
Blended learning, also referred to as hybrid learning, relies on both the advantages
of digital/technology innovation and the methods of face-to-face instruction. At
Moser College, we use blended learning by combining asynchronous online
classroom sessions with a face-to-face classroom environment. We alternate
between the online session and the face-to-face session in 5-week courses, with
the A session being face-to-face and the B session being online.
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The Ten Hallmarks of a Benedictine Education
A Benedictine Education
Based on the Rules of Saint Benedict, a Benedictine
Education is based on the Benedictine Wisdom
Tradition that sets as its goals the transformation of the
Human mind AND Heart and has at its foundation “The
Ten Hallmarks of a Benedictine Education”.
The Ten Hallmarks
Each academic year Moser College will be celebrating
two of the Hallmarks. This academic year 2011-2012,
the Hallmarks Stability and Stewardship have been
chosen. The ten hallmarks are:
1. Love of Christ and Neighbor
2. Prayer: a Life marked by liturgy, lection and
Mindfulness
3. Stability: commitment to the daily life of this place,
its heritage and tradition
4. Conversatio: the way of formation and
transformation
5. Obedience: a commitment to listening and
consequent action
6. Discipline: a way toward learning and freedom
7. Humility: knowledge of self in relation to God,
others and creation
8. Stewardship: responsible use of creation, culture
and the arts
9. Hospitality: openness to others
10. Community: call to serve the common good
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Student Expectations
Expectations of Students
In order to get the maximum use of the time available, it is expected that you
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Read the material to be covered in the class and complete required
assignments prior to attending the class/session;
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Arrive/login to class/session prepared to participate actively;
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Be prepared to actively participate in the collaborative activities of each
class/session; and
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Always feel free to seek additional help from the instructor when the need
arises.
Attendance Policy
Students may not miss more than 25% of the live classroom sessions. Doing so
will result in an F for the course.
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Submission of Work
All assignments are to be submitted into Desire 2 Learn (D2L) unless otherwise noted by instructor.
Assignments must be submitted by due date. Any assigned work submitted late for any unexcused
reason will receive a lowered grade. Please refer to your instructor’s late work policy located in D2L.
In the event that you miss an examination for due cause, arrangements must be made with the
instructor for a make-up examination. Important criteria concerning the submission of work:
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Make-up examinations may differ from the original class examination.
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Per University policy, assignments cannot be accepted by an instructor after the last day of the course.
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Only discussions threads posted by 11:59 pm CST on the due date will count for grading purposes.
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Financial Aid Information
Applying for Financial Aid
A college education is one of the largest financial investments a family will make. We believe that an education
from Benedictine University will provide valuable returns throughout a student's lifetime. The Office of Financial
Aid is dedicated to helping students and their families make a Benedictine University education affordable. We
view the process of financing an education as a partnership. Although the student and his/her family have primary
responsibility for meeting college costs, Benedictine University, as well as the federal and state governments have
a variety of financial aid programs available to students who need financial assistance.
Types of Financial Aid
Benedictine University's Office of Financial Aid administers a variety of federal, state
and institutional programs of student financial assistance. All financial aid recipients
must maintain satisfactory academic progress in accordance with the published,
"Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy for Financial Aid Recipients.“
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After completing the financial aid application process, the student will receive a
financial aid award notification letter. The award letter will include the
program(s) that the student is eligible to receive and the award amount(s).
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Grants/Scholarships - Grants and scholarships are considered to be gift
assistance. This means the awards do not have to be repaid.
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Loans - Loans are considered to be a form of self-help assistance. Loan programs
provide funds for educational purposes and are paid back with interest.
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Employment - Part-time jobs on campus are available to students through the
University and Federal Work-Study program. Students working on campus
receive a bi-weekly paycheck.
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Applying for Financial Aid – All students applying for financial aid are asked to
complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid
The FAFSA is required for all federal, state (Illinois residents) and Benedictine University need-based assistance.
It should be completed as soon as possible after January 1st. Applying online with FAFSA on the Web at
www.fafsa.gov is faster and easier than using a paper FAFSA. Have your completed U.S. Federal Income Tax
returns readily available when completing the FAFSA. Include Benedictine University's school code:
001767 so the results of your FAFSA application will automatically be sent to our financial aid office. Sign you
FAFSA with a Federal Student Aid PIN. Apply for a PIN at www.pin.ed.gov. If you are providing parent
information, one parent must also sign you FAFSA.
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About Netiquette
What is Netiquette?
"Netiquette" stands for "Internet Etiquette", and refers to the set of practices which help to make the online
experiences pleasant for all involved. As you might expect, netiquette, like other forms of etiquette, is about
courtesy, manners, codes of behavior, protocols and respect. Netiquette primarily focuses on how we interact with
one another online, by being aware of: our use of language, others’ cultural background, conventional norms, and
other behaviors. Below you will find guidelines concerning the basics of online interaction. If it isn’t something you
would say or do in the face-to-face classroom, it is probably inappropriate in the online class as well.
Netiquette Basics
1. Follow the Golden Rule (“One should treat others as one would like others to treat oneself”)
2. Be ethical, fair, tolerant and mindful of others – avoid stereotyping, judgment and prejudice
3. Know the boundaries of particular cyberspaces – what is acceptable in a text or chatroom with friends may
not be appropriate in a classroom or in an online conversation with an instructor
4. Respect the time of others by: 1) using descriptive subject lines, 2) resizing images for the web, 3) providing
links instead of copying and pasting content, 5) using white space by inserting blank lines between paragraphs
and headers and 6) limiting your use of attachments
5. Copy the minimum number of people – it is tempting to send “email” or “message blasts” because it is easier
for the poster, but it is not easier for the reader
Inappropriate Online Usage
1. Avoid “flaming” – flaming is sending offensive, insulting or criticizing messages. This happens more often
online then in face-to-face interaction, because there is an illusion of anonymity.
2. Flaming is neither productive nor appropriate for the learning environment
3. Always avoid flaming when it comes to content and opinions, but also avoid it when it comes to grammar,
punctuation and spelling corrections
4. Avoid using CAPS if possible and never type messages in ALL CAPS – this is considered yelling and is often
seen as a form of aggression
5. Use emoticons ( :) , :( , :-) ) sparingly and avoid the use of JK, BRB, LOL and other text language
Confidentiality and Privacy
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Email, messaging and posting are forms of written record and are just as permanent as a letter or document
Do not publicize your own or others’ personal information (such as email, phone numbers, last names etc.)
Respect copyright and cite any and all sources
Do not expect that your communications are private, instead assume all communications are public
For more information please review Netiquette by Virginia Shea
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Resources for Success
Benedictine’s Library Resources
Benedictine University Libraries strive to provide the resources for all of your academic and research
needs. Providing access to over 120 databases, 200,000 books and eBooks, and helpful librarians 7
days a week, we are here to assist you in person and online.
The primary mission of the Benedictine University Library is to provide library resources and services
that support the Benedictine University community and meet its academic and research needs. To
support our mission, the Library has made provisions for all students to gain access to important
academic resources through the Benedictine Library Website. As you begin your academic journey
please take note of these key concepts that will affect that access:
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Entry into academic databases and most Library resources must be made through the Benedictine
Library Website at www.ben.edu/library
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Within one week of your official enrollment your patron information will be automatically entered
into the library system, where once entered, you will be able to check out books and access
databases
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When off-campus you will be prompted by authentication software (a proxy server) to provide
your Library ID number and last name to access article databases and request books. This software
proxy server confirms that you are a current Benedictine University student and thus allowed
access
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Your Library ID number is a combination of the Benedictine Library prefix 2281100 and your
seven-digit student ID number (also called your “b” number). Thus 2281100XXXXXXX is
the Library ID number with X’s being the seven digit student number. This number is prominently
located just below the barcode on your Benedictine ID card
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For further information on any aspect of Library resources and access please call or write the
Benedictine Library Reference Desk at 630-829-6057 or libref@ben.edu. Please take note of
Library hours and staff directory located on the Library Website under About the Library and feel
free to contact us about any concern or need you might have
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University Academic Honesty Policy
The search for truth and the dissemination of knowledge are the central missions of a university.
Benedictine University pursues these missions in an environment guided by our Roman Catholic
tradition and our Benedictine Heritage. Integrity and honesty are therefore expected of all University
students. Actions such as cheating, plagiarism, collusion, fabrication, forgery, falsification,
destruction, multiple submission, solicitation, and misrepresentation are violations of these
expectations and constitute unacceptable behavior in the University community.
To access the complete Academic Honesty Policy, which includes student responsibility, responsibility
and authority of faculty, violations, reporting and communicating, responsibilities of the provost,
appeals, composition of the academic appeals board, procedures of the academic appeals board, and
records, please select the following link: www.ben.edu/ahp
APA Formatting and Style
All course assignments must use APA citation and formatting. This is a
mandatory requirement for all assignments, including discussions, if a
publication or other work is being referenced. For more information on
APA, please see the APA Style section at the website of the American
Psychological Association, linked here: www.apa.org/
APA resources for students: www.apa.org/about/students.aspx
Services for Students with Disabilities
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990
prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities by standing provision of reasonable
accommodations to make programs and activities accessible to qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability, you may be eligible for
reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, please
contact the Student Success Center, Krasa Center - 012A, 630-829-6340. All students are expected to
fulfill essential course requirements. The University will not waive any essential skill or requirement
of a course or degree program.
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Individual Development and Educational Assessment
IDEA Objectives
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Acquiring skills in working with others as a member of a team.
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Developing creative capacities (writing, inventing, designing,
performing in art, music, drama, etc.)
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Gaining a broader understanding and appreciation of intellectual/
cultural activity (music, science, literature, etc.)
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Developing skill in expressing oneself orally or in writing.
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Learning how to find and use resources for answering questions or
solving problems.
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Developing a clearer understanding of, and commitment to, personal
values.
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Learning to analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments, and
points of view.
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Acquiring an interest in learning more by asking questions and
seeking answers.
IDEA Description
The IDEA student survey focuses on the instructor’s learning objectives for the course and on the
progress each student made toward achieving those objectives. By answering thoughtfully and
honestly, your ratings and comments will be much more helpful – to the instructor, the department
chair, and the dean of the college. As students, you should also know that student ratings and
comments have been used to help evaluate courses and to improve the educational experience at
Benedictine University. The appropriate standard of conduct with respect to student surveys is
thoughtful comments and constructive criticism – respectfully communicated.
A Focus on Learning
“The IDEA Student Ratings system looks at instruction in terms of its endgame. Rather than
emphasizing teaching style or personality, the IDEA system focuses on student learning and the
methods used to facilitate it.” – from the IDEA website: www.theideacenter.org/node/5
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Faculty Weekend Course Overview
Course Description
This course is an overview of organizational structures, group dynamics, and learning strategies.
Course Materials
Required Textbook and Materials
• Adams, Katherine and Galanes, Gloria. (2012) Communicating in Groups: Applications and Skills.
(8th ed.). ISBN 978-0-07-353427-5
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Ellis, David. (2012) Becoming a Master Student: Concise (13th ed.). ISBN 978-0-495-91281-1
Technological Computer Requirements
Students in the Blended program will need: High-speed Internet access; a sound card and speakers;
Windows XP (minimum)/Windows 7 (recommended) or Mac OS X 10.5 or higher; and Firefox 3.6 or
higher. It is also highly recommended that students have access to a microphone or webcam for
optional audio/videoconferencing.
Discussion Forum Guidelines
The Course Grading Scale
A
=
4.00
90 - 100%
EXCELLENT
B
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3.00
80 – 89%
GOOD
C
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2.00
70 – 79%
SATISFACTORY
D
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1.00
60 – 69%
PASS
F
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0.00
BELOW 60%
FAIL
I
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INC
INCOMPLETE
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To receive a minimum passing grade, students must
make a post to each discussion question for that
week by day 4 of each week and respond to at least
two other postings by the end of the week. Individual
Posts are worth up to 5 points and the total
Response Posts are worth up to 5 points total. Each
discussion will total up to 10 points.
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Faculty Weekend Course Outcomes Based in Bloom’s Taxonomy
Learning Outcomes
Assignments
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Evaluate and suggest solutions to problems encountered in a group
communication context.
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Identify system theories and perspectives.
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Explain concepts important to the framework and functioning of
groups
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Assess and articulate appropriate listening preferences.
Identify the five characteristics of communication
Participate in the Myer-Briggs Type indicator personality inventory.
Examine the four learning styles by Kolb
Analyze the various values that structure different communication
styles across cultural groups.
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Defend and engage in conflict productively and work toward conflict
resolution.
Describe the dynamics and styles of group conflict.
Define critical thinking and brainstorming in groups.
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Examine how ethics, morals and values relate to leadership.
• Discuss the history of leadership and current leadership theories.
• List and analyze the six recommendations for leading group
discussion
• Design, plan, organize, and present a speech presentation.
• Categorize and analyze the three types of public discussions
Points
Individual Assignments
Group Exercise
Individual Essay
2pt each
1pt each
1 pt each
Individual
Group Discussion
2pts each
5 pts each
Individual Assignment
Group Assignment
Group Activity
Oral Presentation
2pts each
1pt each
1pt each
20pts
Individual Assignment
Group Discussion
Final Group Paper
2 pts each
5pts each
30pts each
Total Points for course
100 pts
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Assignments
01 A
F2F
Small Groups as the
Heart of Society
Review Text: Adams/Galanes, Ch. 1 & 2, pp. 1-46
Essay: 2-3 pages , 3 p.80
Ch. 1 p.24 , 1-4,
Review Text Ellis, Ch. 1-2, pp. 1-76
Ch. 1 p. 23-27 and 30
Journal Entry 7, p.49
01 B
F2F
Groups as
structured Open
Systems
Review Text: Adams/Galanes,, Ch. 3, pp. 47-83
Essay: 1-2 pages, p.81
Ch. 3 p.72 , pp.82-83 Exercise #2
Review Text: Ellis , Ch. 3-5, pp.77-133
Journal Entry 12, p.115
02 A
online
Foundations of
Small Group
Communicating
Read Text:: Adams/Galanes, Ch. 4-5 pp. 86-154
Essay:2-3 pages,p.108
02 B
online
From Individuals to
Groups
Review Text: Adams/Galanes, Ch. 6-7, pp.156-225
Ch. 6, p.184,Ch.7 p.198,questions 1-3, & Exercise 1 p.225
Review Text: Ellis , Ch. 8 pp. 174-193.
03 A
F2F
Managing Conflicts
Productively
Read Text: Adams/Galanes, Ch. 8-9, pp.226-289
Essay 2-3 pages, p. 241-242
Impromptu Speeches p.188
03 B
F2F
Small Group Public
Presentations
Read Text: Adams/Galanes, Ch. 10, pp. 292-314
Essay 1-2 pages, exercise#2, p.314
Final Project
Review Text, Ellis ,Ch. 9, pp. 212-235
04 A
online
Techniques for
Observing and
Presenting Small
Group Oral
Presentations
Review Text: Adams/Galanes Appendix, pp. A1-A21
Essay 1-2 pages, exercise #3, p.314
Final Project
04 B
online
Becoming A Master
Student
Read Text, Adams/Galanes,Ch. 10, pp. 292-314
Submit 8-10 pages in D2L drop box
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Learning Objectives
1. Evaluate current strengths and weaknesses in areas of student and job success
2. Describe the criteria for determining whether a group or an individual should be used to solve a
problem.
3. Describe how groups use technology to enhance their interactions.
4. Compare and contrast the different organizational groups
5. Explain the four ethical standards any member of a group should be held to.
6. Explain why systems theory is a useful perspective for studying small groups.
7. Justify why communication is the heart of a groups throughput processes
8. Relate the role of feedback in helping a system adapt to changing environments
9. Describe what interdependence means to the functioning of a small group system.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Reading:
Communication In Groups: Applications and Skills Chapter 1-2, pp. 1-46
Becoming A Master Student Concise Chapter 1-2 pp.1-76
Individual Assignments
Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills
1. Ethical Dilemma- answer questions 1-4, p.24
2. Media and Technology p. 40- Students will submit a 2-3 page essay.
Study Group Assignments
• Students will read the article “The Master Student” in chapter 1 in the textbook Becoming a
Master Student Concise. The instructor will divide the students into groups of 3-4 and ask
students to list 10 qualities of people they admire. The instructor will create a combined list of 20
for the entire class. The instructor will ask the students to rank the qualities according to those that
would have a greater contribution to success in school, small groups and organizations.
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Becoming A Master Student Concise, pp. 23-27 The Discovery Wheel exercise
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Becoming A Master Student Concise Journal Entry 7, Discovery/Intention Statement, p.49
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Learning Objectives
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Explain communication and message
Identify the five characteristics of communication
Differentiate between listening and hearing
Discuss the four listening preferences
Describe paraphrasing as a technique for active listeners
Analyze the four ways to use language to maximize effectiveness in small groups.
Summarize the principles and functions of nonverbal communication
Compare and contrast computer-mediated communication in small groups to face to face
communication in small groups
9. Discuss effective reading and note taking techniques
10. Discuss Final Project
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Communication In Groups: Applications and Skills- Chap. 3, pp. 47-83
Becoming A Master Student Concise- Chap 3-5, pp.76-133
Individual Assignments
1. Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills, Apply Now, Chap 3, p.81 –1-2 page essay
2. Becoming A Master Student Concise , Journal Entry 12, Chap.5 p.115
Study Group Assignments
Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills
a. Media and Technology-Chap 3, p.72
b. Resources for Review and Discussion, Chap 3, pp.82-83. Exercise #2.
To demonstrate virtual communication , the following our examples of online communication to help
students become more familiar with communicating on-line:
• Complete the registration at www.zotero.org and locate your classmates
• Create your own avatar at www.voki.com and use to communicate in the discussion board.
Class Assignments
1. Continue to work on Group Project
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MGT 217 | Group Dynamics and Learning Strategies
Faculty Weekend Session 2A
Learning Objectives
1. Explain how communication structures and maintains a small group
2. Describe two major challenges of all groups
3. Discuss the phases that many groups experience according Gersick’s model of punctuated
equilibrium and Tuckman’s model of group development
4. Outline the communicative dynamics of each stage of group socialization
5. Evaluate the types of roles and their functions in groups
6. Discriminate between rules and norms, and describe the four norm development processes
7. Summarize three major elements that contribute to a groups climate
8. Explain why diversity and the four learning styles documented by Kolb are beneficial to a group
9. Discuss the Myer-Briggs Type indicator personality inventory.
10. Distinguish between the three dimensions on which cultures differ
11. Describe the principles that will help group members make the most of their differences
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Reading:
Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills- Chap 4-5 pp. 86-154
Individual Assignments
1. Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills- ‘Ethical Dilemma’, Chap 4. p.108. 2-3 page
essay
Study Group Discussion Assignments
1. What is the difference between primary and secondary groups? List the groups to which you
belong and classify as primary or secondary groups. Why is it important to classify groups?
Please make your initial post by midweek, and respond to at least one other students' post by the
end of the week.
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MGT 217 | Group Dynamics and Learning Strategies
Faculty Weekend Session 2B
Learning Objectives
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Explain why critical thinking is important to small group problem solving
Describe three techniques used to enhance group creativity
Discuss attitudes most advantageous to critical thinking in a group
Summarize how group members should use critical thinking during the information gathering stage
of problem solving
Identify five key steps to evaluating information and five reasoning errors
Justify why using a systematic procedure produces better solutions for group problem solving
Explain how the problem-solving process can be used to accommodate any of the five
characteristics of problems
Discuss the functional theory of problem solving and decision making
Relate P-MOPS to a simple or complex problem and describe the various techniques that can be
used to help at various stages of P-MOPS
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Reading:
Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills, Chap 6-7, pp.156-225
Becoming A Master Student Concise, Chapter 8 pp. 174-193.
Individual Assignments
1. Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills
a. ‘Apply Now Chap 6, p.184 Answer questions 1-3.
b. ‘Apply Now’ Chap 7, p.198 Answer questions 1-3
Study Group Assignments
1. Describe a time when you had conversation with a poor listener. What verbal and non-verbal cues
gave the impression of poor listening? What recommendations would you make to the person to
help her/him to become a better listener? Consider content from reading of Chapter 3 in the
Adams & Galanes book. Please make your initial post by midweek, and respond to at least one
other students' post by the end of the week.
Class Assignments
1. Continue to work on group projects
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MGT 217 | Group Dynamics and Learning Strategies
Faculty Weekend Session 3A
Learning Objectives
1. Discuss three existing myths about conflict in small groups.
2. Compare and contrast the five major conflict styles
3. Describe how group members can disagree ethically and maximize their chances to influence the
group
4. Describe the steps of the nominal group technique
5. Relate the four steps of principled negotiation to managing conflict in groups
6. Discuss speaking in class and making the grade in group presentations
7. Evaluate the seven sources of a leader’s power and influence
8. Analyze different approaches to understanding leadership
9. Discuss six recommendations for leading group discussion and what it means to encourage
distributed leadership
10. Describe how establishing a climate of trust, developing teamwork, and promoting cooperation
can help develop the group.
11. Explain the ethical guidelines for group leaders
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Reading:
Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills, Chap. 8-9, pp.226-289
Individual Assignments
1. Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills, ‘Ethical Dilemma’, Chap 8, p.241-242. Write a
2-3 page essay answering questions 1-4.
Study Group Assignments
1. Impromptu speeches – have students give impromptu speeches to get a feel for what it will be like
to be in front of the class. Be sure to choose topics that are not serious to put students more at
ease: for example “Should the toilet paper roll be placed on the hinge so the paper rolls down or
over?” (The purpose of this activity is for the student to get a feel for being in front of the class,
this way you can identify some potential delivery problems pre-presentation and work with the
students on the potential obstacles)
2. Continue work on group project
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MGT 217 | Group Dynamics and Learning Strategies
Faculty Weekend Session 3B
Learning Objectives
1. Distinguish the choices group members can make in the planning, organizing, and presenting
stages.
2. Differentiate between the three types of public discussions.
3. Identify the role of the moderator in any type of public discussion.
4. Describe the essential components of the introduction, the body, and the conclusion of an oral
presentation.
5. Compare and contrast the four methods of presenting a speech.
6. Explain the relevant criteria to evaluate an oral presentation.
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills, Chap 10, pp. 292-314
Becoming A Master Student Concise, Chap 9,pp. 194-211
Individual Assignments
1. Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills ,Chap. 10, ‘Resources For Review And
Discussion’ , Exercise 2, p. 314 . Submit a 1-2 page essay.
2. Continue working on Final Paper
Study Group Discussion Assignment
1. Assigned study groups will gather for discussion on final project. The group will elect a moderator
who will submit minutes for the team’s discussion.
In Class Assignments
1. Final Oral Presentations
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MGT 217 | Group Dynamics and Learning Strategies
Faculty Weekend Session 4A
Learning Objectives
1. Relate healthy behavior to success in college
2. Explain why an individual and group presentation should appropriate the situation.
3. Explain how the canons of rhetoric relate to speech
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Reading:
Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills, Chap 10, pp. 292-314 (continued)
Becoming A Master Student Concise, Chap. 10, pp. 212-235
Individual Assignments
1. Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills, ‘Resources For Review And Discussion’, Chap
10, Exercise 3, p.314. Submit 1-2 page essay.
Individual Discussion Assignment
1. In your own words, please define plagiarism. Based on the Benedictine University Academic
Policy (AHP), what are the possible consequences of plagiarism and/or other violations of AHP.
How does proper use of APA style help us avoid plagiarism? Please make your initial post by
midweek, and respond to at least one other students' post by the end of the week.
Study Group Assignments
Group Final Project –Each group will submit 8-10 type written paper via drop box in D2L. Due class
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Faculty Weekend
Session 4B
Learning Objectives
1. Discuss techniques for observing problem solving groups
2. Evaluate group oral presentations
Activities, Assignments and Agenda
Reading:
Communicating In Groups: Applications and Skills, Appendix, pp. A1-A21
Becoming A Master Student Concise, Chap. 10, pp. 212-235 (continued)
Individual Assignments
1. Final Project – submit 8-10 page essay
Study Group Assignments
1. There are many styles self assessments in chpt 1 of the Ellis book that can help you identify ways
to accommodate your learning style. Please share your results for the following assessments:
The discovery wheel results; Strongest of the multiple intelligences; Learning Style Inventory
mode results. Based on the results of the assessments, which learning strategies suggested do
you think may work well you ? Please make your initial post to the discussion questions by
midweek, and respond to at least one other students' post by the end of the week.
In Class Assignments
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MGT 217Group Dynamics and Learning Strategies
Faculty Weekend Session 4B
Activities, Assignments and Agenda (continued)
Final Project
Divide the class into groups of four to six students and ask each group to prepare a classroom
presentation on a topic of interest. This may be a controversial event , (such as the Toyota crisis in
January 2010) current event (such as "How can medical costs be contained?") or a topic of specific
relevance to small group communication (such as "What effect does gender have in the small
group?"). This type of project lends itself to the kind of information presented in Chapter 5. Each
group will prepare a 20 minute oral presentation with a PowerPoint slide show and submit a written
reports 8-10 pages that evaluate the dynamics of the assigned team,leadership strategies.
For the oral presentation and written report the Instructor will:
a. Ask each group to make a detailed list or outline of the current information members have about
their topic; then identify the information gaps that need to be filled.
b. Ask each group to brainstorm strategies for how they will plug their information gaps. Encourage
them to be creative and to think of ways to gather information other than simply visiting the library.
c. Use information they have gathered (a magazine or newspaper article, a printed interview or tape
recording of a personal interview, a videotape of a relevant television show) and evaluate the
information on the basis of the guidelines presented in the text book. For example, students
should ask themselves: What is the source saying? What evidence is presented to support the
claim? Why do the students believe the source is credible or not credible? How valuable and
relevant is the information to their chosen topic?
d. Ask the students to select one or two items of information that express specific opinions regarding
the topic. (For example, if the topic is "Should parents be able to choose which public or private
school their children may attend?" students should try to find an article that supports school choice
and one that opposes it.) Then ask the students to check the article for errors in reasoning. They
should try to find as many "holes" in the argument as possible by looking for errors of over
generalizing, ad hominem attacks, inappropriate statements of causal relationships, either-or
thinking, incomplete comparisons, or assertions presented without evidence. Present these
arguments in your oral presentation and provide reasoning for the best possible solution.
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