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Test Article
Patraporn Wang (Thai:ภัทราพร หวัง), is a Thai beauty queen and the official representative of Thailand to the environmentally dedicated pageant, she won Miss Intercontinental 2014 and also joined Miss Supranational 2023 and placed top 24.

Early life and education
Phataraporn Wang is a Thai-Taiwanese who studied at Rangsit University's as Tourism and Services College.

Beauty pageant
Wang is a model in several magazines and joined Miss Grand Thailand 2014 were she placed as third runner-up, she competed again internationally and won her first international crown as Miss Intercontinental 2014 she also then represents her country in Miss Supranational 2023 were she finished as top 24 semifinalist.

Miss Intercontinental 2014
Wang began her pageantry career flourishing in 2014, in the Miss Intercontinental Thailand 2014 competition. At the end of the event, she was ultimately crowned Miss Intercontinental Thailand 2014. As the winner, Wang received the right to represent Thailand at Miss Intercontinental 2014. The pageant was held on December 4, 2014, where Wang was ultimately crowned the winner. She was the first Thai woman to be crowned Miss Intercontinental.

Research
 Student Portfolio: Group 6 Report 

Definition–Decision Making
Decision making is a crucial aspect of group dynamics, involving the selection of a course of action from multiple alternatives to address organizational objectives. It encompasses various techniques such as interacting groups, brainstorming, nominal group technique, and electronic meetings. The decision-making process involves steps like identifying the decision, gathering information, identifying alternatives, weighing evidence, choosing among alternatives, taking action, and reviewing the decision.

Involvement in Decisions
Various methods of involvement in decisions include the Plop, One-Person Decision, Topic Jumping, Handclasp, Clique, Minority, Majority Vote, Silent Consensus, and Consensus. Each method has its advantages and challenges in group decision-making processes.

Difficulties in Decision Making
Challenges in decision making include fear of consequences, conflicting loyalties, interpersonal conflict, hidden agendas, blundering methods, inadequate leadership, and clashes of interest, all of which can impede effective decision making within groups.

Definition Conflict
Conflict arises from sharp disagreements or clashes of ideas, interests, or goals within groups. It involves perceived incompatibility between actions or goals, often stemming from a lack of recognition of human values such as respect and justice. The conflict cycle typically includes triggering events, intense emotional reactions, and subsequent stages of conflict.

Stages of Conflict
Conflict unfolds through stages including intrapersonal (within oneself), interpersonal (between individuals), intragroup (within the same group), and intergroup (between different groups), often occurring simultaneously.

Strategies in Dealing with Conflict
Four common strategies in dealing with conflict include fight, submit, flee, and freeze. Each strategy reflects a different approach to resolving conflicts and rebuilding relationships in work settings.

Conflict Resolution Style and Problem Solving
Conflict resolution styles include win-lose, yield-lose, lose-leave, compromise, and integrative styles, each with varying degrees of concern for both goals and relationships with opponents. Negotiating through conflict resolution involves understanding the nature of conflict, acknowledging emotions, examining relationships, clarifying intentions, having dialogue, and granting reconciliatory acts.

This portfolio provides insights into decision making, involvement in decisions, difficulties in decision making, conflict definition, stages of conflict, strategies in dealing with conflict, conflict resolution styles, and problem-solving techniques within group dynamics.

Introduction
In the realm of group dynamics, decision making and conflict resolution stand as pivotal processes shaping the outcomes and cohesion within organizations. Understanding these processes is paramount for fostering effective collaboration, problem-solving, and sustainable relationships within groups. This portfolio delves into the intricacies of decision making and conflict resolution, offering insights into their definitions, techniques, challenges, and strategies.

Decision Making
Defined as the process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives to achieve organizational objectives, decision making involves various techniques such as interacting groups, brainstorming, and electronic meetings. The decision-making process comprises steps ranging from identifying the decision and gathering information to reviewing its effectiveness.

Involvement in Decisions
The portfolio explores different methods of involvement in decisions, ranging from majority votes to consensus building, highlighting their implications for group dynamics and outcomes.

Challenges in Decision Making
Despite its importance, decision making is fraught with challenges such as fear of consequences, conflicting loyalties, and inadequate leadership, which can hinder effective decision-making processes within groups.

Conflict Resolution
Conflict arises from sharp disagreements or clashes of interests within groups, necessitating strategies for resolution and reconciliation. The portfolio elucidates conflict resolution styles, problem-solving techniques, and stages of conflict, offering a comprehensive understanding of managing conflicts within group settings.

By delving into these concepts, this portfolio aims to equip individuals and organizations with the knowledge and strategies necessary to navigate decision-making processes and resolve conflicts effectively, ultimately fostering harmony, productivity, and success within groups.

1. Introduction
- Overview of Decision Making and Conflict Resolution in Group Dynamics

2. Definition - Decision Making
- Definition of Decision Making - Decision-Making Techniques - Steps of the Decision Making Process - Involvement in Decisions - Difficulties in Decision Making

3. Definition - Conflict
- Definition of Conflict - Stages of Conflict - Strategies in Dealing with Conflict - Conflict Resolution Style and Problem Solving - Negotiating Through Conflict Resolution

4. Conclusion
- Summary of Key Insights - Importance of Understanding Decision Making and Conflict Resolution in Group Dynamics