Group readiness levels can be assessed in four stages. Which of the following statements is accurate regarding group readiness (select all that apply)?
a. Members are organized and secure about their roles in the forming stage.
b. At the forming stage, the group needs di-rection in defining goals.
c. During the storming period, there is more willingness to accept the group goals.
d. The group becomes self-managing during the norming period.
e. During the performing period, the mem-bers willingly perform the task.
B, C, E
At the forming readiness level, the group needs direction in defining task goals and objectives as opposed to personal goals. The members are uncertain and insecure about their role in the group. This initial period is chaotic. During the storming period, there is more willingness to accept the group goals and objectives but there are still differences of opinion, competition for recognition, and attempts to influence the group. During the norming period, there is greater agreement on the task goals as the group develops cohesiveness and adjusts to the group and task. Finally, during the performing period, the members are thinking as one and willingly performing the task. There is camaraderie and team spirit as the group becomes self-managing.
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