Stages of Group Growth
Typical Developmental Stages of Small
Groups
Forming
Polite Phase
Participants check each other out
Facilitator is very active and directive
Storming
Power stage
Participants vie for power
Ground rules set
Facilitator still structures activities
Norming
Positive stage
Participants begin to work together
Goals remain focus & ground rules internalized
Facilitator as coach, blends into team
Performing
Proficiency stage
Team is at peak performance
Participants operate a high level of competence
Facilitator remains active as part of team
Adjourning
Final stage
Goals are attained
Success is celebrated
Group is disbanded