Group Phases Paper (KATHERINE BECKS)
Task & Maintenance Functions
Moving the group forward
Team Task Functions
Task Functions - those activities directly related to the effective completion of the team’s work
Initiate activities
Evaluate effectiveness
Elaborate concepts
Summarize ideas
Diagnose problems
Seek information
Give information
Test ideas
Coordinate activities
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Team Task Functions
Maintenance Functions - those activities essential to the effective, satisfying interpersonal relationships within a team or group
Support others
Gatekeep communication
Test consensus
Express member feelings
Reduce tension
Set standards
Follow others’ lead
Harmonize conflict
Test group decisions
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