Explain the process by which a group may splinter into two or ...

[bobthebuilder]

Explain the process by which a group may splinter into two or more groups.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Discuss bargaining as a method of conflict resolution. What is a key initial goal (and describe it) toward resolution? What are some of the tactics for reaching this goal?
 
  Some aspects of bargaining involve the orientation of the bargainers to the bargaining process itself. What is meant by this? What is the term used to describe the outcome of this kind of bargaining?

[macagn]

Answer to Question 1

Answer:
Answers should include the following points:
1) When people first join a group, they redefine their self-concept to include other group members.
2) When there is a change in some core aspect of the group, such that the group identity has been fundamentally altered, an individual must decide whether or not she or he can accept that change.
3) If the change is unacceptable, the individual must decide whether the change is reversible or irreversible.
4) If the change is thought to be irreversible, entitativity is reduced and the group splinters (at least some individuals withdraw, and possibly form a separate group).

Answer to Question 2

Answer:
You want to reduce the opponent's aspirations, i.e., they are convinced it can't get everything it wants. To do this, 1) begin with an offer very favorable to your side, 2) then convince the opponent that your break-even point is much higher than it is (so the opponent will offer more), and finally, 3) convince the other side you can go elsewhere and get better terms. People often approach negotiations from a win-lose standpoint, but a win-win approach produces better results. In this approach, both sides come away of something of value, often saving face for bargainers. A bargain reached this way is termed an integrative agreement.

[bobthebuilder]

Thank you

[macagn]

No problem