1. Trust Ms. Morris

2. Trust Essential for groups to work effectively Little accomplished in a group until trust is developed Developing trust is one of the most important tasks groups must FIRST accomplish Essential for groups to work effectively Little accomplished in a group until trust is developed Developing trust is one of the most important tasks groups must FIRST accomplish

3. Results of Trust Group member satisfaction Maximum group productivity Group member satisfaction Maximum group productivity

4. Feelings in a Group Not welcome Uncomfortable Identity problems Unsure of group expectations Not welcome Uncomfortable Identity problems Unsure of group expectations

5. Communication Develops Trust Communication begins as we get to know one another Trust grows as we talk and share information about ourselves Spirit of trust and cooperation when everyone feels equal, respected, and safe Communication begins as we get to know one another Trust grows as we talk and share information about ourselves Spirit of trust and cooperation when everyone feels equal, respected, and safe

6. Physical Climate of a Group Need a POSITIVE physical setting –Adequate space for all members to sit –Tables and chairs that are arranged so members can see one another for direct, open discussion –Comfortable room temperature –Adequate lighting –Limited noise and distraction Need a POSITIVE physical setting –Adequate space for all members to sit –Tables and chairs that are arranged so members can see one another for direct, open discussion –Comfortable room temperature –Adequate lighting –Limited noise and distraction

7. Social Climate of a Group Establish a POSITIVE social atmosphere –Get to know one another –Ask members for opinions and suggestions –Define group goals and reasons for group activity –Orient new members so they can become contributing members quickly –Discard unnecessary activity Establish a POSITIVE social atmosphere –Get to know one another –Ask members for opinions and suggestions –Define group goals and reasons for group activity –Orient new members so they can become contributing members quickly –Discard unnecessary activity

8. Trust Activity Rules Do NOT tease anyone – we all need to feel safe from ridicule Laughing is allowed because we will all look very silly COMMUNICATE – you will need to talk things through with your group members Have fun Do NOT tease anyone – we all need to feel safe from ridicule Laughing is allowed because we will all look very silly COMMUNICATE – you will need to talk things through with your group members Have fun