CWTS - First Term - 2nd Sem

• What is self-awareness?

  Perception of self, including strengths and weaknesses
• What does self-knowledge refer to?

  Understanding who you are as an individual
• What is the global self?

  Composite of all facts and feelings about oneself
• How does social self influence mental well-being?

  It affects relationships and life objectives
• What are some experiences of a positive social self?

  Healthy self-worth and strong emotional bonds
• What are Maslow's subsets of esteem needs?

  Self-esteem and respect needs from others
• What distinguishes a rational person?

  Ability to think and reason correctly
• What does it mean to be free as a person?

  Ability to choose actions responsibly
• Why is every person considered unique?

  Each has distinct perceptions and values
• What characterizes a social being?

  Intrinsic need for relationships with others
• How does a person's sexuality express uniqueness?

  Through individual emotions and attitudes
• What are the five levels of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

  1. Physiological needs (food, water, clothing)
  2. Safety needs (security from harm)
  3. Social and belongingness needs (affection, friendship)
  4. Esteem needs (self-esteem, recognition)
  5. Self-actualization (reaching peak potential)
• What happens when lower needs in Maslow's hierarchy are unmet?

  Self-actualization cannot be fully realized
• What is the essence of self-actualization according to Maslow?

  It is the highest form of motivation
• What is a group defined as?

  Persons sharing a consciousness of membership
• Why do people join groups?

  For affiliation, support, and common goals
• What are the types of groups according to Charles Cooley?

  1. Primary Group: Intimate face-to-face association
  2. Secondary Group: Less personal relations, often distant
• What characterizes interaction in groups?

  Patterns of mutual influence among members
• What are the roles in group structure?

  Expected behaviors of members in positions
• What are norms in a group?

  Rules identifying appropriate behaviors
• What is the goal of a group?

  Reasons for the group's existence
• What does perceived groupness refer to?

  Extent members see themselves as one
• What is dynamic interdependency in groups?

  Active, energized, and changing member interactions
• What motivates group members?

  Personal needs and gains being satisfied
• What factors affect group performance?

  1. Cohesiveness
  2. Group Size
  3. Communication
  4. Task vs. Maintenance Roles
  5. Presence of Others
  6. Social Loafing
• What is social loafing?


  Riding on the efforts of others in a group
• What defines a team?

  Two or more people working towards a goal
• What is teamwork?

  Collaborative effort to achieve a shared goal
• How is teamwork assessed?

  Through trust, feedback, and communication
• What are the development stages of a team?

  1. Forming: Members seek safety and structure
  2. Storming: Members compete for their place
  3. Norming: Principles for achieving results established
  4. Performing: Highest productivity and trust achieved
• What happens during the forming stage of a team?

  Members are uncertain about their roles
• What characterizes the storming stage of a team?

  Competition and subgroups forming among members
• What occurs during the norming stage of a team?

  Members establish principles for collaboration
• What is the performing stage of a team?

  Highest productivity and trust among members
• How do members feel in a performing team?

  They feel proud and believe in their capabilities
• What indicates that a group is in the storming stage?

  Many people talking at the same time
• How does the storming stage affect later group dynamics?

  It determines openness and conflict resolution
• What characterizes the norming stage of group development?

  • Established principles and procedures
  • Positive atmosphere created
  • Members feel safe and part of the group
  • Shift from "I-thinking" to "We-thinking"
  • Easier communication and collaboration
• What defines the performing stage in group development?

  • Highest level of group accomplishment
  • Members feel proud and believe in their capabilities
  • Interaction based on trust and openness
  • High productivity achieved
  • Requires motivation, common goals, and commitment
• What happens during the adjourning/reframing stage of group development?

  • Group reaches a natural end or sets new tasks
  • Reflection on work and processes
  • Objectives are readjusted
  • Emotional parting process if relationships are strong