HUM 6100 Week 4 Journal

Week 4 - Journal

Groupthink

Prior to working on this journal,

· Review the video  Conformity and Groupthink | Behavior | MCAT | Khan AcademyLinks to an external site. .

· Review Chapter 11:  Engaging in Group Problem-SolvingLinks to an external site.  from the  Small Group Communication ebook.

· Read the webpage  Teamwork Isn’t Always a Good Thing: The Dangers of GroupthinkLinks to an external site. .

In your Journal,

· Define groupthink.

· Describe how groupthink can hinder problem-solving in groups.

· How can groupthink be avoided?

· Describe an experience where you encountered groupthink.

· Explain the challenges you faced in solving problems within the group.

· How was the situation resolved?

· What could you have done more effectively?

Your reflective journal entry should contain 350–500 words.