When group cohesion is increased, communication between members also increases. Members feel more comfortable expressing their knowledge and participate with others which improves task cohesion. 

Impact of Group Cohesion on Communication

When group cohesion is increased, the group's ability to focus on the task at hand and communicate effectively also increases. This leads to more productivity. Additionally, when cognitive quality is also increased, this leads to better performance outcomes.

Impact of Group Cohesion on Performance

Influencing factors are outcomes that are affected by group cohesion and the strength of it. Examples indluce:
- satisfaction
- leadership
- engagement
- communication

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Group cohesion is the degree to which the individuals within the group identify with the group identity/social identity and how individuals within the group perceive others' identities and goals to be similar to the groups'. The greater the group cohesion, the greater likelihood the individuals within it have a higher commitment to the tasks/goals of the group and can improve group performance.

Group cohesion

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The cohesion of small groups in technology-mediated learning environments: A systematic literature review

Influencing Factors of Group Cohesion

- task cohesion
- social cohesion
- belongingness
- group pride
- morale

Subdimensions of group cohesion

Substantiating factors are elements that impact group cohesion and the development of it. Main factor examples include:
- social interaction
- linguistic style matching
- gaming
- teamwork orientation
- collective efficacy
- social shared regulated learning
- collective task value
- engagement

Major substantiating factors for Group Cohesion

Minor factor examples include:
- shared identity
- group similarity
- communication quality
- cohesion-based feedback
- mastery goals
- roles
- metacognitive support
- participation

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