The SYMLOG dimensions and small group conflict

1 June 1986

journal article
research article
Published by Taylor & Francis in Central States Speech Journal

Vol. 37 (2) , 61-78
https://doi.org/10.1080/10510978609368206

Abstract

This study explores the potential usefulness of Bales’ systematic method for the multiple level observation of groups (SYMLOG) by testing the predictive capability of the three SYMLOG dimensions and the amount of member dispersion on each dimension with the amount of conflict, the amount of reported satisfaction, the styles of conflict management and the quality of decisional outcome in small, task oriented groups.

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