EDFN 321 - Group Dynamics In Educational Settings

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

Educational Foundations

Description:

Study of principles of group dynamics as they affect classroom behavior. Development of skills in observing, recording and analyzing group phenomena, in creating and facilitating effective groups, in developing supportive environments and in group leadership. Course topics include communication, leadership, norms, subgroups and cliques, ability grouping, small group projects, peer teaching and group approaches to discipline problems. Reading and discussion of group dynamics literature, observation and analysis of classrooms, group investigations of specific topics and practice in group leadership skills.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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