Your task of learning group dynamics will be easier if you take an active, rather than passive, approach to the course. In some content- focused courses absorbing the material and repeating it back on exams is all that is required for a good grade. Such is not the case in this class, for I am more interested in your ability to conceptualize theoretical issues, apply material in new contexts, and energetically examine groups and their dynamics. I will use your performance on all aspects of the class in forming my personal appraisal of your success in reaching this goal. This course will require 7 percent of our time.
All members are intrinsically motivated.
We are a collective. When any individual performs poorly, the group suffers. Rules of good scholarly work apply. Use technology regularly and develop your proficiencies in that area. Students have a background in social psychology, in general.