Stages of Group Formation (Tuckman)

• Stages:

  1. Forming
  2. Storming
  3. Norming
  4. Performing
• Forming: group gets together -> start to test relationship + work out their roles
• Storming: heightened tension -> rebels may emerge against leader + competition for status/roles begins
• Norming: norms/rules/behavioural standards are stabilised -> co-operation starts to replace conflict + group cohesion begins
• Performing: maturation of group has been achieved + relationships are established. Group is now able to work as a unit with the primary goal being group success