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| Conyne, Robert K. | 1 |
| Finando, Steven J. | 1 |
| Klemke, Lloyd W. | 1 |
| Lewis, Philip | 1 |
| Mabry, Edward A. | 1 |
| Ross, Laura H. | 1 |
| Silver, Robert J. | 1 |
| Uhlemann, Max R. | 1 |
| Weigel, Richard G. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedKlemke, Lloyd W. – Small Group Behavior, 1977
This paper focuses on how the sociological perspective can make significant contributions in providing a meaningful conceptual framework for analyzing self concept changes. Insight in explaining why only certain kinds of limited changes typically occur among sensitivity group participants is presented. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Group Discussion, Group Experience, Interaction Process Analysis
Peer reviewedConyne, Robert K.; Silver, Robert J. – Small Group Behavior, 1980
The modeling of group experience analogues (or the vicarious observation of such analogues) is by itself ineffective for enhancing attraction to group experiences. Changes were enhanced and of longer duration when modeling was accompanied by social reinforcement of desired behavior. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, College Students, Group Dynamics, Group Experience
Peer reviewedMabry, Edward A. – Small Group Behavior, 1989
Analyzed observational data on nonverbal behavior in small groups to assess whether such behavior significantly changed within or across group meetings. Results showed that kinesic limb movements, posture, eye contact, and body orientation significantly changed across five group sessions. Discussion relates results of nonverbal behavioral changes…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Body Language, Eye Contact, Group Behavior
Peer reviewedFinando, Steven J.; And Others – Small Group Behavior, 1977
This research looks at the effects of laboratory training on self concept. The gestalt and encounter approaches are employed to test the amount of self concept change possible in group experiences. (YRJ)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Behavior Change, Group Dynamics, Group Experience
Peer reviewedLewis, Philip – Small Group Behavior, 1987
Focuses on role of interpersonal influence as a curative factor in group psychotherapy. Emphasizes that self awareness gained through self-observation and feedback about how one is perceived and experienced by others in group, promotes change. Describes interdependent and reciprocal ways in which participants influence one another and evoke…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Group Counseling, Influences, Interaction
Peer reviewedRoss, Laura H.; Allen, Robert M. – Small Group Behavior, 1975
This report deals with the measurement of personality changes employing two modes of statistical treatment of data derived from two modes of group confrontation procedures. One group met for 12 weekly three-hour sessions. The other group met in an intensive group confrontation procedure for a continuous 38-hour session. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Change Strategies, Group Dynamics, Individual Development
Peer reviewedUhlemann, Max R.; Weigel, Richard G. – Small Group Behavior, 1977
This study evaluated behavior change occurring after a marathon group experience, with a focus on individualized rather than shared behavioral change criteria. The individualization of behavior change criteria is based on the assertion that few, if any, single change criteria are appropriate or realistic for assessing change in all individuals.…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Classification, College Students, Evaluation Criteria
