Interpersonal and Group Dynamics: A Practical Guide to Building an Effective Team

Interpersonal and Group Dynamics, 3rd Edition is an engaging resource designed for college programs, professional development sessions, and other courses in communications. This edition has been revised so that the material more smoothly integrates into course curriculum and lays a strong foundation for readers to understand the basics of effective team building. The experiential learning approach employed in this text aims to prepare readers for the workforce. Each chapter presents relevant concepts and scenarios where readers are challenged to consider, reflect, and incorporate an understanding of emotional intelligence, multiple intelligences, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. The text also leverages Bruce Bjorkquist’s award-winning experiential model, which provides a structure that aids in the development of the skills necessary for being an active and constructive team member. When readers are given the opportunity to engage with content in this way, they are more apt to create more stimulating learning and working environments. With these skills, readers will be able to confidently approach a variety of teamwork and team building situations.