1. The performance review may be the most important communication “event” that a manager initiates or participates in. Put yourself in the role of a manager. What can you, as a manager, do BEFORE, DURING, and AFTER the performance review discussion to make the process more effective (that is, to have a positive impact on employee performance)? (BE SPECIFIC)
2. Think about the study of organizational behavior, which area in this field do you find is the most difficult to comprehend or understand? In other words, what chapter or part of a chapter or concept would you like more time to explore, more in-depth study, or more emphasis on? Why (please explain)?
The chapters are below
Part 1 - Introduction to the Field of Organizational Behavior
Part 2- Individual Behavior and Processes
Individual Behavior, Personality, and Values
Perceiving Ourselves and Others in Organizations
Workplace Emotions, Attitudes, and Stress
Employee Motivation
Decision Making and Creativity
Part 3 - Team Processes
Team Dynamics
Communicating in Teams and Organizations
Power and Influence in the Workplace
Conflict and Negotiation in the Workplace
Leadership in Organizational Settings
Part 4 - Organizational Processes
Designing Organizational Structures
Organizational Culture
Organizational Change
3. And here is an opinion question: I have structured this course around “self reflection and application”, asking you to draw on your own experiences or observations. Another approach that I might take as your instructor is to prevent case studies for your analysis each week. (You may have had case studies or scenarios in other management or business courses). What is your thought on including case studies as the main focus of this course? Please know that you won’t offend me if you choose the case study approach. I am always looking to improve the means of teaching this course and the concepts that I think can be so valuable to students at all levels. Thank you, and please answer this question honestly.