Factors that contribute to the role they adopt within groups

Personal Factors (PS CHESS)

Work in small groups to complete the following table. You need to assess the extent to which an individuals personal characteristics influence their role within a group.

To "assess the extent", you need to make a judgement about how much of an impact the quality will have. Consider both +/-.

In order to assess, you need to use words like:

significant
considerable
unquestionable
certain
without a doubt
definitely
impacts positively/ negatively
after consideration
based on evidence

Assess the extent to which personal factors impact on the roles individuals adopt within groups

Activity: Response (8 marks) to be emailed to kmackinnon@pacifichills.net by Sunday 19th May

Using the information from your table, complete a response (8 marks) for the syllabus dot point above. Use the TEEL example below to help you create your response.

Tips

Read the question carefully, highlighting the key parts. Answer the question asked.
For an 8 mark question, choose around 3-4 personal factors to focus on
Show your understanding of the syllabus by using appropriate terms
Remember to consider both the positive and negative impact
Use examples or roles to support your claims

Social Factors (GRAM)

Explain how social factors contribute to an individual's sense of belonging within a group.

Jigsaw Activity

Part One: In groups of four, allocate each person in the group one of the four social factors listed in your syllabus. They will meet with others who have the same factor to discuss and answer the questions on p. 15 of workbook:

**You will need to share your answer with your group members**

Part Two: Return to your original group of four. Each group member needs to present their social factor to the group. Record information on page 16.

Social Factors

Relationship with group members:

Group members are connected by the relationships they have with one another.
If group members have strong ties, where everyone if connected, then one would expect their to be heightened group cohesion.
If a subgroup or clique forms with a group, relationships with other group members may become strained.

Attitudes of group members- peer acceptance:

Our acceptance within a group is generally determined by how well other group members respond to and interact with us.
If we are not accepted, rejection will impact on our self esteem and self confidence.
Rejection is often due to differences in values and standards. Acknowledging this enables individuals to re-evaluate their position and to adapt or develop strategies to help them better cope with a given decision.
Individuals (particularly children and adolescents) willingly amend their actions and preferences to match the norms of the group they belong to.

Gender Expectations:

Often without even realising it, we employ strategies that reinforce our perceptions of masculinity and femininity.
As adults in a group situation, we often expect that a male will take on the lead roles, while a female will take on a more passive role.
Changing stereotypes may cause conflict and group disharmony, however, it is often crucial for the success and progress of the group.

Media:

Nowadays, social media is the most prominent platform that allows individuals to connect with one another and thus belong to a group.
For example:
- Group events can be organised via Facebook.
- Groups may form on the basis of similar interest.