The selection of task group mates based on desired characteristics and preferred group composition: The role of gender
The study, using a mixed design, attempted to find the factors that are considered to be essential in selecting a group mate. After identifying group composition and gender preference as variables, two focus group discussions were conducted to generate items for a survey instrument to be developed....
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2007
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| Institution: | De La Salle University |
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| Summary: | The study, using a mixed design, attempted to find the factors that are considered to be essential in selecting a group mate. After identifying group composition and gender preference as variables, two focus group discussions were conducted to generate items for a survey instrument to be developed. The output was a 34-item questionnaire using a 5-point Likert-type scale that was fielded to 120 participants. The questionnaire consists of factors to be considered in the selection of a task group mate as well as items on the preference of group composition and gender of partner. The results showed that both male and female respondents prefer to have a female partner. In terms of group composition, female respondents prefer to be grouped with 1 female and 2 males, and male respondent prefer to be grouped with 1 male and 2 females. Results also showed that female respondents consider dominance and efficiency as important factors in choosing a group mate. The respondents who chose a male partner showed that they prefer being partnered with someone who posses high self esteem. |
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