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 Definitions



Identity- refers to the conception of oneself as a member of a group or category



 Group Membership and Social Identity



Throughout this semester, each group will be asked to enlist the strengths of their fellow team members.



Unfortunately, at this point your team members may still be a mystery and not necessarily on your Christmas shopping short-list.



Perhaps, you are unsure whether to trust their proclaimed ability to pen the next great American novel or if they truly are the next Spielberg.



Regardless, one theory to keep in mind is the Optimal Distinctiveness Theory. This theory states that individuals desire to be similar to those surrounding them, especially in a group setting.



So, for those “Negative Nancy’s” remember that your actions are seen and often mimicked by those in your group.



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<p class="MsoNormal">Aim to get to know each other on a personal level. Each person is unique and incredibly talented. The more time a group spends together, the more comfortable and knowledgeable an individual becomes about his or her group members identity- this includes his or her strengths and weaknesses.

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<p class="MsoNormal"> Academic Team Bonding Suggestion

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<p class="MsoNormal">A suggestion may be to utilize the ORU Writing Center located on the 4th floor of the Library. Tutor’s can assist in a personalized writing session.

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<p class="MsoNormal">With the final paper looming in the not-so-distant future, the Writing Center could be the perfect opportunity to refine your group’s overall writing ability, in addition, acting as a team bonding activity.