Module Details

Module Code: COUN7012
Title: Group Processes and Dynamics
Long Title: Group Processes and Dynamics
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 3110 - Psychology
Module Delivered in: no programmes
Module Description: This module integrates critical theory and practice of Group Process and Dynamics, negotiation and participation models. It covers stages of group development, roles, tasks and teamwork and their application to group process and professional practice.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Analyse theory and principles of group development, processes and dynamics.
LO2 Participate and manage effectively the reflexive self in an experiential group and professional social care practice.
LO3 Integrate theory and practice of group processes and dynamics.
LO4 Practice reflective skills to enhance personal and professional development.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
PSYC6012 Practice Preparation
PSYC6011 Professional Practice Review
 
Indicative Content
Group Process and Dynamics
Introduction to the theory, principles and practice of group process and dynamics. Stages of group formation and how they apply to the group process. Negotiation, facilitation and participation models.
Structure
Roles, norms and relating in groups.
Leadership
Influence, power and styles.
Group Cohesiveness
Cohesiveness, groupthink and teamwork.
Affect
Realms of the language of emotion. How are they expressed, navigated and regulated.
Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning through the group process and reflection on active participation in group experience.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 60
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
A personal account of the students experience of group based on active participation and weekly assessed journal reports
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,3
Assessment Description
Practical Group project and theory write up
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture/Workshop Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Facilitated experiential group Every Week 1.50 1.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Group project research and assimilation. Independent reading. Reflective journal. Every Week 3.50 3.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.50
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture/Workshop Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Facitated Experiential Group Every Week 1.50 1.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Group project research and assimilation. Independent reading. Reflective journal. Every Week 3.50 3.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.50
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Donelson R. Forsyth. (2013), Group Dynamics, 6th. Wadsworth Publishing, p.752, [ISBN: 9781133956532].
  • David W. Johnson, Frank P. Johnson.. (2012), Joining together, Boston; Pearson, [ISBN: 0132989794].
  • Satir Virginia. (1990), Peoplemaking, Souvenir Press, London, [ISBN: 9780285648722].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Gerald L. Wilson. (2004), Groups in Context: Leadership and Participation in Small Groups, McGraw Hill, London, [ISBN: 0072862874].
  • Jarlath F. Benson. (1993), Working more creatively with groups, Routledge, London, [ISBN: 0415075874].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources