SOC/110

Group Communication Competencies Survey

SOC/110 Version 9

University of Phoenix Material

Group Communication Competencies Survey

Part 1

On a 5-point scale, where 5 is “extremely important” and 1 is “not at all important,” rate the following types of group competencies in terms of their importance for becoming a highly effective group member. Circle (or highlight) one number for each item.

Part 2

When you are finished, write a 350- to 525-word summary of your results and ways to improve your competency. You may write your summary at the bottom of this document, or in another Word document.

Member and Group Competencies	Extremely Important	Very Important	Somewhat Important	Not Very Important	Not at All Important
Understand the group communication process.
Reduce your nervousness when speaking in a discussion or meeting.
Understand, respect, and adapt to diverse group members.
Communicate openly and ethically.
Carry out critical task roles by asking questions and summarizing ideas, and social roles by encouraging and supporting members.
Influence group members to change their attitudes and behavior.
Use and interpret nonverbal communication effectively.
Develop clear group goals.
Listen appropriately and effectively to other members.
Intervene appropriately to resolve member and group problems.
Develop effective interpersonal relationships with group members.
Manage and resolve interpersonal conflicts.
Develop and follow a well-organized meeting agenda.
Actively contribute to group discussions.
Use gestures, body language, and eye contact effectively.
Demonstrate strong leadership skills.
Research and share important ideas and information with group members.
Use visual aids and presentation software effectively.
Plan and conduct effective meetings.
Use appropriate procedures for group decision making and problem solving.
Ask questions to clarify ideas and get needed information.
Motivate group members.
Use assertiveness strategies and skills confidently and effectively.
Respect and adapt to group norms or standards of behavior.
Prepare and deliver effective presentations or oral reports.
Use appropriate and effective words in a group discussion.
Use parliamentary procedures effectively and fairly in meetings.
Use effective technologies and skills to communicate in virtual groups.
Develop and present valid arguments and opinions in a group discussion.
Provide appropriate emotional support to group members.
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