In our reading, we learned that there are eight uses of dyads; warming up
members and building energy, warming up members, finishing a topic,
processing information and group exercises, providing leader member
interaction, getting certain members together, providing time for the leader
to think, developing comfort, and changing the format (Jacobs et. al., 2016).
Also, in our reading we learned that rounds are viewed as being more
valuable than any other topic that we have studied thus far. There are three
types of rounds: the designated word, phrase or number round, the word or
phase round, and the comment round. Although rounds are essential to
utilize, overusing rounds can cause clients to become confused, and they
may also feel as if they cannot trust the facilitator if improperly used (Jacobs
et. al., 2016).
One specific example of a round that I would use to implement in a meeting
to enhance the motivation of the group would be word phase round. I would
ask that the group use their choice words or phase to gain clarity of their
understanding and what needs to be worked on more. By doing this it will
allow the class to be able to be more open in their own way.
One specific example of a dyad I would use to implement in my group to
increase productivity and performance would be processing information. This
will allow the group members to be able to gain understanding of their own
thoughts and feelings as well as others. They will be able to think about and
discuss what got them to where they are and what they are going to do
going forward to change the narrative.
I chose these examples because I feel as if they will be the most beneficial
for me to provide to a group and for the group to be open to attempting.
References
Jacobs, E., Schimmel, C., Masson, R., Harvill, R. (2016).
Group Counseling:
Strategies and
Skills.
Cengage
