ED 652 - Group Dynamics, Practices and Processes

3 Credit(s)

A survey course designed to introduce the basic principles of small group functioning. These principles are directly applicable to organizational leadership and counseling groups. Nonetheless, the primary purpose of this course is to give the student an initial understanding of group counseling and group processes. Group theory and dynamics, as applied to counseling in group settings, is examined. The course has a laboratory-oriented experience, which provides opportunities for students to participate as members and leaders of selected group activities; the aim is for students to gain a better understanding of the role and function of group membership and leadership.