Description
you must respond to at least 2 classmates’ threads with 200–250-word replies each.
Shyanna Rankin
Module 5
Participants in every group may be having compelling issues that can support a given discussion within a group. They are therefore allowed to implement a technique referred to as around so as to air their views successfully. The implementation of the technique involves assigning each an individual a given time quantum to present his or her views, ideas, comments and other major issues on the discussion topic. (Jacobs et al., 2016). The choice of the term round is to provide all the participants with a feeling that they had the same chances of contributing to the topic. This technique also helps in promoting the desired equality among all members of the group. It also enables open sharing and comfortable discussion. The only part that can be corrected in the exercise is to fix the minimum time slice for each member to be between 3 and 5 minutes.
The other technique that I should implement includes the Dyads which involve ensuring that participants are paired with another member. It will entail splitting members into various groups to enable easy sharing of varied experiences. (Forsyth, 2015). A specific example of Dyad involves randomly grouping members who are asked to perform a discussion, to write a report and chose a member to present to the rest of the groups. It helps the members to enhance their social skills as well as to broaden their understanding of the topic at hand. A preferred solution for common and multiple alternatives is also achieved through the implementations of dyads.The refining of the exercises will involve adding emotional support,group accountability, reasoned agreement, power inequalityindividual commitment as well as gender balance while forming Dyads. Individuals sharing the same cultural backgrounds should not be in the same random group.
References
Forsyth, D. R. (2015). Group dynamics (6th Ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Publishing. ISBN: 9781133956532.
Jacobs, E. E., Schimmel, C. J., Masson, R. L., & Harvill, R. L. (2016). Group counseling: Strategies and skills (8th Ed.). Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole. ISBN: 9781305087309.
second reply:
Billie Greer
D B Forum 4
Leaders will implement rounds to help draw out non-talkative members, and make sure they are participating in the group. Rounds also can assist in cutting off talkative members (Corey, et al., 2014). Rounds help leaders gather additional information about members (Centage). There are three variations of rounds: word phrase, number round, and the comment round (Corey, et al., 2014). Rounds help members realize they are a part of the group, and what they have to say will not be “taken lightly.” One specific and particular round example is the “here, not here, or getting here” round. For example, the leader will ask each member to state if they are “here, not here, or getting here;” if the member state, “here,” the leader will know that they want “to work on some issues” (Jacobs et al., 2016, p. 208); (Corey, et al., 2014). If a member respond is “not here,” the leader understands that the member is not ready to work on issues. Lastly, if the member states, “getting here,” the leader understands that the member is not quite ready to work on issues, but their position might change once the group is in session. “Here, not here, or getting here;” type of round is vital because it lets the leader know who is ready to address their concerns (Jacobs et al., 2016).
Another way to encourage non-talkative members to talk is to split the group into pairs, also known as dyads (Jacobs et al., 2016). Dyads are two people coming together, talking about their issues, concerns, and possible resolutions that can later be shared with the group. Dyad groups help members to focus and establish cohesion amongst themselves so they will feel safe to share their most intimate issues or come together as a group to complete a task (Forsyth, 2019). Leaders placing members in dyads helps them to develop an assurance so they will feel comfortable to share their thoughts. I worked as a lifestyle redirection counselor, and there were times when the counseling group had to brainstorm on topics that would be taught in twelve-week modules, i.e., parenting, self-esteem, and planning for the future that provided clients with the necessary tools to achieve successful lifestyles. A technique used was to have the counselors break up into dyads, brainstorm, then come together and share our different concepts to counsel clients. It should be noted that leaders will reflect or restate what is being said to convey they understand what members are talking about.
References
Corey, G., Corey, M. S., & Haynes, R. (2014). Groups in action: Evolution and challenges (2nd ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage, USA: Cengage Learning. (DVD and Workbook).
Forsyth, D. R. (2019). Group dynamics (7th ed.). Australia: Cengage.
Jacobs, E., Schimmel, C., Harvill, R., & Masson, R. (2016). Group counseling: Strategies and skills (8th ed.). Boston, MA, USA: Cengage Learning.
Third reply:
James Midgett
DB4
In this week’s videos, we saw examples of “Dyads” and “Rounds” techniques for group settings. Receiving another’s perspective is often beneficial when working through a problem. Share thoughts and experiences seem to be at the core of group support groups. In our reading, we see that Jacobs, Schimmel, Mason, & Harveil (2016) define “Dyads” Were “pairs of members discuss issues or complete tasks” (p. 216). As in our video, the leader pairs up members for a myriad of reasons. In this experience, members are allowed to learn more about a person in the group and build a more personal relationship. Jacobs et al. (2016) point this out in stating that Dyad techniques are used to develop comfort and build energy (p. 216). In allowing these groups time to compose, their thoughts tend to create an environment where members are more willing to share their insight (Jacobs et al., 2016, p. 217). The ability to review is not only for the members. This opportunity allows the leader to consider and evaluate if the technique appears to be working, and if not, what avenue may aid the group (Jacobs et al., 2016, p. 219). An example of a dyad exercise would be to have the members ask themselves when they struggle with a decision what are the factors that hold them back from reacting the way they would like to respond. Then I would pair them up in groups of two and, for five minutes, discuss with each other the issue and their reaction. Then for the last ten minutes, come up with a possible solution together.
Rounds are another technique that can be utilized to help a group with a given task. In our reading, “rounds'” are a system either numerical or phrase to signify the importance of an issue (Jacobs et al., 2016, p. 206). Rounds is a tool that allows you to get all the members involved in the group and to tighten their bonds (Jacobs et al., 2016, p. 209). An example of rounds is having the group fill out a survey and rating the issues 1-10 with ten being the highest and one being the lowest. The rating allows members to see the commitment and importance of a problem (Jacobs et al., 2016, p. 206). Another example could be asking the group how excited are you to join this group? Rate this quest either “Extremely,” “Somewhat,” “Not at all.” Jacobs et al. (2016) share that Rounds are the most valuable tool they discuss in group work (p. 206).
References
Jacobs, E. E., Schimmel, C. J., Masson, R. L., & Harvill, R. L. (2016). Group counseling: Strategies and skills (8th ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage.
