MF3: Power within groups - term 2

Question 1

what is power

Answer 1

Definition: the ability to bring about change or to do something

• Can be “given” by a group who perceive an individual/group to hold qualities/knowledge/attributes that deem them to be a suitable leader.

OR

• Individual/group enacts their power through utilising resources to bring about change.

Question 2

definition of power bases

Answer 2

Describes the origin (base) of power. (where the power is derived from). Influenced by the position, area, groups or individuals that enable power to be attained

Question 3

what is the impact of power bases

Answer 3

impacts on group dynamics, in that the leader is able to exert influence in accordance with their own capabilities and strengths

Question 4

what are the different power bases (LERCR)

Answer 4

Legitimate
Expert
Reward
Coercive
Referent

Question 5

Legitimate (LERCR)

Answer 5

A legitimate power base comes with a designated person usually agreed or voted on by the community members or governing body

EXAMPLE: school prefect, governing body

Question 6

Expert (LERCR)

Answer 6

comes from the knowledge or expertise of an individual in a given feild. Group members may look up to the leader for guidance because they hold the leaders knowledge in high regard

Example: doctors have expertise in health

Question 7

Reward (LERCR)

Answer 7

The leader is able to give merit/an award

Example: teacher who gives gold stars for good work

Question 8

coercive (LERCR)

Answer 8

Is derived from the ability of a leader to give or take away privileges or rights and so influence group behaviour. This power can be used in a positive or negative way

EXAMPLE: parents can threaten to ground children if they misbehave

Question 9

Referent (LERCR)

Answer 9

This comes from the followers of an individuals looks or attributes. such power often encourages followers to strive to look like or copy the leader.

EXAMPLE: people may follow influencers and try to act like them due to their influence

Question 10

define leadership

Answer 10

A person who has both a direct and indirect effect on the group

Question 11

define self leadership

Answer 11

developed a sense of who they are, what they value and a clear vision of their goals. Uses this to lead others.

(taking responsibility or ownership)

Question 12

what is self awareness

Answer 12

Knowing intentions and values

Example: a workplace abiding by values eg customer service employee has to show the workplaces values

Question 13

what is self confidence

Answer 13

knowing strengths and abilities

Take actions and develops skills to become confident

Example: someone with a high self confidence in a sport group will encourage the team

Question 14

what is self efficiency

Answer 14

belief that whatever comes your way you can handle it

Example: study group is motivated to handle any school problems they have.