What Is Group Cohesiveness and How Can Cohesiveness Be Encouraged

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Essay

What is group cohesiveness and how can cohesiveness be encouraged?

Understand the historical foundations and key components of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Recognize the impact of landmark Supreme Court rulings on civil rights and equality.

Identify legislation and Supreme Court decisions that have shaped affirmative action policies.

Grasp the significance of the Voting Rights Act and subsequent amendments to the voting rights landscape.

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Definitions:

n Ach

Refers to "Need for Achievement," a term in psychology that represents an individual's desire for significant accomplishment, mastering of skills, control, or high standards.

Yerkes-Dodson Law

A theory suggesting there is an optimal level of arousal for the best performance on any task: too little or too much arousal can decrease performance.

Arousal Level

refers to the state of being physiologically alert, awake, and attentive, involving mechanisms within the nervous system.

Industrial/Organizational Psychologists

Psychologists specializing in the application of psychological principles and techniques to workplace environments, issues, and behaviors.