Group Problem-Solving Constructs: Group Task

Group Problem-Solving Constructs: Group Structure

How the group members interact with one another as well as influence one another.

Group Problem-Solving Constructs: Group Process

The collective response or output of group tasking.

Group Problem-Solving Constructs: Group Product

Constructs in group problem solving define group dynamics and potential outcomes. They ostensibly determine the functions of a group.

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Vine, A. D., &; Davis, J. H. (1968). Group Problem Solving, Task Divisibility, and Prior Social Organization. Proceedings of the Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, 3, 411–412. https://doi.org/http://assets.press.princeton.edu/chapters/s9339.pdf 

Vine, A. D. & Davis, J. H. (1968)

Constructs in Group Problem Solving

The goal of dividing work in problem-solving among a group is to collectively make efforts to transition from current state to the desired state. 

Purpose for Group Tasking and Problem-Solving

Certain dynamics may impact the outcomes of reaching or not reaching an objective in group-problem solving. This can be in reference to group cohesion and the capability of  group to work together to solve a problem.

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