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Joining Together: Group Theory and Group Skills
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In this paper, a text first published in 1975, discusses group dynamics, experiential learning, group goals and social interdependence, communication, leadership, decision making, controversy and creativity, conflicts of interest, power, diversity, team development, and leading growth and counseling for counseling.Abstract:
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The Effects of Cooperative Learning on Students with Learning Difficulties in the Lower Elementary School
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The validity and reliability of focus groups as a research method in adult education
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