*******************************************************************************************************************ffective. In this way, we are being told as to which actions are productive or counter-productive when attempting to execute a group task. We are then able to discuss different strategies that may be more effective for the completion of the task at hand.3. Put the rules or guidelines for constructive controveresy in your own words, using one or two word phrases, and list them here. (b) Might any of these be useful to apply in your social or work group as noted above? Please describe how.1. Concentrate on togetherness in decision making.2. Promote positive controveresy.3. Defend your position well.4. Be strong in convictions but flexible too. 5. Encourage others to fight their cases with strong conviction.6. Listen to and challenge opposition.7. Don't take opposition personally.8. Ensure discussion and re discussion. It seems as though my best friends are those with whom I have argued with the most!! When put into practice, these guidelines can improve relationships, group oriented tasks etc. In my experience, differences that were once a threat to personal relationships have turned out to be strenghts, but only after an open forum of discussion. For me, the most important of the 8 guidelines is to not take opposition personally. Accepting others views as simply their views is extremely important in the maintenance of healthy relationships.4. Briefly discuss three forces which can hinder group perfprmance. Ref...
