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A theoretical framework

Q: What types of tasks are there in groups?

Additive tasks : potential performance of the group is given by the sum or average of individual inputs (filling envelopes) Disjunctive tasks : potential performance of the group is given by performance of the best member (decision-making) Conjunctive tasks : potential performance of the group is given by performance of the worst member (mountain-climbing) Discretionary tasks : potential performance of the group is given by any combination of individual performance up to the discretion of the group (making music)

3 important questions on A theoretical framework

How can you see groups as multilevel systems?

Individual level
Interpersonal / Dyadic level
Group level
Organizational level

What types of tasks are there in groups?

Additive tasks: potential performance of the group is given by the sum or average of individual inputs (filling envelopes)
Disjunctive tasks: potential performance of the group is given by performance of the best member (decision-making)
Conjunctive tasks: potential performance of the group is given by performance of the worst member (mountain-climbing)
Discretionary tasks: potential performance of the group is given by any combination of individual performance up to the discretion of the group (making music)