Unit 1
Small groups, work together in different contexts. A small group is clearly defined and and there are different types. Some are even online groups. Each group has it's own set of norms. Group members have roles . Groups often have an ingroup bias and outsiders experience out-of-group-homogeneity. Members of a group apply pressure to the other members. When groups are large or in public it is easy for the bystander effect to occur, as well as risky shift phenomenon. Groups like cults, political groups or religions can be used to change society.
Groups can be used as instruments of change, involving; conformity, compliance and obediance
Online Groups cover a variety of different www groups
Groups can become cults
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