SCWK 311 - INTRODUCTION TO GROUP DYNAMICS

Institution:

Delaware State University

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

The course focuses on the nature of groups, group development, and the interrelations between and among groups and individuals, other groups, and larger entities. The course's goal is that students understand the relevance of small group theory and research to social work practice with groups and develop an understanding of group phenomena that will facilitate their growth and effective functioning as a group leader. The course focuses on various aspects of group life including group goals, leadership, cohesion, communication and interaction patterns, roles, status and norms, culture, and stages of group development. Through readings, lectures, class discussions, and experiential learning, students integrate theory and practice of group process.Prerequisites: Junior status. Credit, three hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.desu.edu

Phone Number:

(302) 857-6060

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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