The Measurement of Distortion Tendencies Induced by the Win-Lose Nature of In-Group Loyalty.

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Title: The Measurement of Distortion Tendencies Induced by the Win-Lose Nature of In-Group Loyalty.
Language: English
Authors: Burton, Gene E.
Source: Small Group Research: An International Journal of Theory, Investigation, and Application. Feb 1990 21(1):128-141.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 1990
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Brainstorming, Competition, Conformity, Decision Making, Group Dynamics, Group Membership, Management Teams, Nominal Group Technique, Peer Influence, Productive Thinking
Abstract: Examined the effects of group loyalty and distortion tendencies during a nominal grouping exercise involving 42 members of a management team in a decision-making seminar, divided into 5 groups to generate ideas on developing a program of flextime scheduling. Results showed distortion of judgment resulting from in-group loyalty in both brainstorming and nominal groups. (Author/TE)
Journal Code: CIJDEC1990
Entry Date: 1990
Accession Number: EJ411430
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Examined the effects of group loyalty and distortion tendencies during a nominal grouping exercise involving 42 members of a management team in a decision-making seminar, divided into 5 groups to generate ideas on developing a program of flextime scheduling. Results showed distortion of judgment resulting from in-group loyalty in both brainstorming and nominal groups. (Author/TE)