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Wk5Discussion-TransitionStageofGroupDevelopment.docxWk 5 Discussion - Transition Stage of Group Development
Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words each response:
Watch “ Leading in the Here and Now: Transition and Flight ”: https://video.alexanderstreet.com/watch/leading-in-the-here-and-now-transition-and-flight
This groups represents the Transition Stage of Group Development. After reading your text, respond to the following questions:
1. What did you see happening in the group that was indicative of the Transition Stage?
2. What process observations can you make about the group?
3. Imagine yourself as the group leader, how do you personally respond to conflict? How might your past experiences impact how you lead a group?
Cite a minimum of one scholarly source according to APA standards.
Post 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member. Be constructive and professional.
A.M.
What did you see happening in the group that was indicative of the Transition (Storming) Stage?
In this video of "Leading in the Here and Now: Transition and Flight", I noticed that during the storming stage that it was challenging for this to be a learning experience and the members to identify their purpose. Some members reported, "Fear of rejection", or "I don't know if you trust me". When Art spoke about his purpose as to why he agreed to join the group he talked about learning experience more comfortable with being in touch with himself and that is what Art was set out to do in this group. During the storming stage of the group, members needed clarity about their purpose as well as to be guided. This stage is about brainstorming ideas as it usually as in the video caused some concerns and disruptions. The storming stage also identifies a feeling of distrust. A fourth global way of dealing with the storming part of transition is to get feedback from members about how they are doing and what they think needs to be done (Greason, 2011; Ponzo, 1991).
What process observations can you make about the group?
I observed the facilitator Pat directing the members of the group to talk to other group members that they needed say something. For example, when Jean stated, "I'd like to hear more from you. Now, you make me feel very comfortable". Jean was looking straight at Ginny with her body posture facing towards her as she was nodding her head.
Imagine yourself as the group leader, how do you personally respond to conflict? How might your past experiences impact how you lead a group?
I would personally respond to conflict with addressing the issue at hand with this, I would then acknowledge the conflict between the members of the group. I feel that it is important to spot the early stages of conflict before it arises to much. Dealing with the conflict with the members promptly with developing rules that would resolve the conflict. As the group leader, I believe that our place is to stay neutral in all circumstances without taking sides.
How might your past experiences impact how you lead a group?
My past experiences are a positive when it comes to leading a group. Depending on the type of group and ages would determine how I would lead a group.
References:
Greason, D. P. B. (2011). The transition stage in group work. In B. T. Erford (Eds.), Group work: Processes and applications (pp. 103–120). Pearson.
Leading in the here and now: Transition and flight. Carroll, M. (Director). (2008). [Video/DVD] Microtraining Associates.
Retrieved from https://video.aleanderstreet.com/watch/leading-in-the-here-and-now-transition-and-flight
Ponzo, Z. (1991). Critical factors in group work: Clients’ perceptions. Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 16, 16–23.
Instructor
It seems that you've noticed that during the Storming stage the focus shifts away from client problems. Corey, Corey, and Corey (2018) also note this shift in focus. Conversation revolves around trust, anxiety, and fear.
