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Lesson 12:Structural concepts

Factors in organizing groups

1. External factors
   • A group may be organized when the individuals feel the need, that can not be satisfied individually and when there is no other such group meeting the need.
   • A group may be organized when there is similar group existing elsewhere and not serving their interest.
   • A group may be organized with or without outside stimulus.
2. Internal/Personal factors
   • A group may be organized when the members are obedient to each other and have channels to meet the needs and satisfy the interest.
   • A group may be organized when there is cooperation among members to hold them together to act as one unit.
   • A group may be organized when members are willing to compromise with each other and make decisions with consensus.