Learning Group Leadership: An Experiential Approach equips readers
with the basic information, theory, concepts, research,
interventions, and guidelines required to help them develop into
effective group leaders within a variety of settings. The book
employs an experiential approach, encouraging readers to apply what
they learn to common scenarios in their personal and professional
lives. In the fourth edition of this popular, student-centered, and
practical text students first explore the foundations of group
work, studying concepts related to group dynamics, multicultural
dimensions, key approaches to group intervention, and more. Part II
focuses on the skills a group leader must possess in order to lead
effectively. Specific topics include group assessment, specialized
leadership skills, intervention, and group techniques and
structures. In Part III, readers learn how to handle and address
coleadership, critical incidents, and the ethical issues. The final
section examines advanced group leadership challenges and
techniques, including working with difficult members, employing
creative interventions, and the application of group leadership to
social justice and social action initiatives. The new edition of
Learning Group Leadership features updated references and materials
drawn from cross-disciplinary fields on group dynamics, increased
focus on social justice and advocacy in group settings, numerous
activities and reflection exercises, and emphasis on the student
experience of being in a group and the early stages of becoming an
effective group leader. This text is a valuable resource for
courses in counseling, social work, psychology, human services,
health professions, and education, or any course with a focus on
effectively leading groups.
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