Group Phases Paper (KATHERINE BECKS)

TaskMaintenanceFunctions.pptx

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

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