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An I-O psychologist is consulted by a tech company experiencing low employee morale. Applying the scientist-practitioner model, what would be their FIRST step?
An I-O psychologist is consulted by a tech company experiencing low employee morale. Applying the scientist-practitioner model, what would be their FIRST step?
- Recommending team-building activities to foster better interpersonal relationships.
- Conducting a company-wide survey to diagnose the specific causes of low morale. (correct)
- Designing an ergonomic assessment of workstations to reduce physical strain.
- Implementing new performance appraisal systems based on industry standards.
A global corporation wants to create a more inclusive work environment. Which approach aligns BEST with the principles of organizational psychology?
A global corporation wants to create a more inclusive work environment. Which approach aligns BEST with the principles of organizational psychology?
- Providing mandatory unconscious bias training for all employees.
- Redesigning the office space to include communal areas for social interaction.
- Implementing a strict set of diversity quotas for each department.
- Analyzing the impact of current policies on employee perceptions of fairness and belonging. (correct)
Which of the following scenarios BEST exemplifies the application of human engineering principles?
Which of the following scenarios BEST exemplifies the application of human engineering principles?
- A marketing team studies consumer behavior to improve advertising campaigns.
- An architect designs a control panel in a nuclear power plant to minimize human error. (correct)
- A manager assesses employee personality traits to build more effective teams.
- A company implements a new performance management system to improve employee productivity.
A manufacturing company seeks to optimize its assembly line. Which of the following MOST closely aligns with Frederick W. Taylor's principles of scientific management?
A manufacturing company seeks to optimize its assembly line. Which of the following MOST closely aligns with Frederick W. Taylor's principles of scientific management?
What differentiates personnel psychology from human resources management (HRM)?
What differentiates personnel psychology from human resources management (HRM)?
An international consulting firm utilizes teams dispersed across multiple countries and time zones. What is this work arrangement called?
An international consulting firm utilizes teams dispersed across multiple countries and time zones. What is this work arrangement called?
How does the 'TIP' newsletter MOST directly benefit I-O psychologists?
How does the 'TIP' newsletter MOST directly benefit I-O psychologists?
Which of the following scenarios BEST describes the goals of a welfare-to-work program?
Which of the following scenarios BEST describes the goals of a welfare-to-work program?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates Elton Mayo's concept of 'revery obsession'?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates Elton Mayo's concept of 'revery obsession'?
The Hawthorne Studies significantly contributed to the:
The Hawthorne Studies significantly contributed to the:
How did the Human Relations Movement, emerging from the Hawthorne Studies change management approaches?
How did the Human Relations Movement, emerging from the Hawthorne Studies change management approaches?
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 impacts I-O psychology primarily through its requirement for:
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 impacts I-O psychology primarily through its requirement for:
A U.S.-based company is expanding into China. Applying a 'West versus the Rest' mentality, they implement individual performance bonuses. What is a likely outcome?
A U.S.-based company is expanding into China. Applying a 'West versus the Rest' mentality, they implement individual performance bonuses. What is a likely outcome?
An expatriate experiences culture shock in a new assignment. Which aspect of culture is most likely causing the difficulty?
An expatriate experiences culture shock in a new assignment. Which aspect of culture is most likely causing the difficulty?
A company aims to improve workplace safety using a unified science approach. What strategies would they employ?
A company aims to improve workplace safety using a unified science approach. What strategies would they employ?
A manager wants to understand why a team is underperforming. Applying a holistic approach, the manager should:
A manager wants to understand why a team is underperforming. Applying a holistic approach, the manager should:
Flashcards
Industrial-Organizational Psychology
Industrial-Organizational Psychology
Application of psychological principles in workplace settings.
Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology
A professional organization promoting I-O psychology practices.
Personnel Psychology
Personnel Psychology
Focuses on recruitment, selection, and performance appraisal.
Human Resources Management
Human Resources Management
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Organizational Psychology
Organizational Psychology
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Scientist-Practitioner Model
Scientist-Practitioner Model
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Telecommuting
Telecommuting
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Time and Motion Studies
Time and Motion Studies
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Revery Obsession
Revery Obsession
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Hawthorne Studies
Hawthorne Studies
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Human Relations Movement
Human Relations Movement
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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
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Collectivist Culture
Collectivist Culture
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Individualist Culture
Individualist Culture
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Horizontal Culture
Horizontal Culture
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Industrial Psychology
Industrial Psychology
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Study Notes
Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology
- Application of psychological principles, theory, and research to the workspace.
- Examples include studying leadership styles' impact on employee motivation.
Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP)
- Professional association for I-O psychologists.
- Promotes science-backed workplace practices.
- Examples include JobNet for connecting psychologists with employers.
Personnel Psychology
- Focuses on recruitment, selection, training, and performance appraisal within the workplace.
- Examples include developing tests to identify management potential.
Human Resources Management (HRM)
- Practices related to recruitment, retention, training, and employee development to achieve organizational objectives.
- Intended to reduce employee turnover through retention strategies.
Organizational Psychology
- Combines social psychology and organizational behavior to study emotional and motivational aspects of work.
- Examples include examining the effect of workplace fairness on job satisfaction.
Human Engineering (Human Factors Psychology)
- Studies human limitations and capabilities to design compatible work environments.
- Examples include creating ergonomic workstations to reduce physical strain.
Scientist-Practitioner Model
- Emphasizes scientific research for solving practical workplace issues.
- Examples include conducting stress reduction research and applying findings to workplace policy.
TIP (The Industrial-Organizational Psychologist)
- SIOP's quarterly newsletter offering updates and research in I-O psychology.
- Examples include articles on leadership and talent analytics.
Welfare-to-Work Program
- Programs that require individuals to work in exchange for government aid.
- Examples include providing job training for welfare recipients.
Telecommuting
- Working from a remote location using electronic communication.
- Employees work from home using video conferencing.
Virtual Team
- Widely dispersed team members working together electronically.
- Global project teams collaborating via online platforms.
Stanford–Binet Test
- Intelligence test adapted for group testing during WWI.
- Examples include the Army Alpha and Beta tests.
Scientific Management
- Frederick W. Taylor's movement to find the most efficient job performance methods.
- Examples include Gilbreths' time and motion studies.
Time and Motion Studies
- Breaking down tasks to increase efficiency and reduce fatigue, as in streamlining assembly lines.
Revery Obsession
- Elton Mayo's concept of the mental state caused by monotonous factory work, leading to dissatisfaction.
- Workers might resist productivity efforts due to boredom.
Hawthorne Studies
- Research highlighting the influence of worker attitudes and emotions on productivity.
- Productivity increased when workers felt observed.
Human Relations Movement
- Focused on emotions and motivation in the workplace, developed from the Hawthorne Studies.
- Addressing job satisfaction via employee interviews.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- Federal law against employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.
- Employers must validate selection tests to ensure fairness.
American Psychological Association (APA)
- Leading professional organization for psychologists in the US.
- APA's Division 14 represents SIOP.
Culture
- System of shared meanings and interpretations, like French culture valuing leisure.
"West versus the Rest" Mentality
- Applying Western theories universally without considering cultural differences; assuming U.S. reward systems work internationally.
Expatriates
- Professionals working in countries other than their own, such as an American manager in Japan.
Collectivist Culture
- Prioritizes the group over the individual, emphasizing teamwork in Chinese organizations.
Individualist Culture
- Prioritizes individual goals and achievements, such as American workers valuing personal recognition.
Horizontal Culture
- Minimizes hierarchical distinctions.
- Examples include egalitarian practices in Denmark.
Vertical Culture
- Embraces hierarchical structures.
- Clear power differences exist in Indian organizations.
Unified Science of I-O Psychology
- Combining various approaches (personnel, organizational, engineering) to understand work behavior.
- Example involves using combined selection, training, and environmental modifications for workplace safety.
Holistic Approach
- Viewing work behavior as the result of multiple factors, not isolating single variables.
- Analyzing job performance by considering personality, skills, and cultural influences.
Cultural Diversity
- Diverse cultural values and perspectives in the workforce.
- Managing multicultural teams to leverage diverse perspectives.
Industrial Psychology
- I-O psychology branch focusing on individual differences, job performance, and training.
- Using aptitude tests to match candidates with suitable jobs.
Organizational Psychology
- I-O psychology branch focusing on group dynamics, motivation and leadership.
- Studying leadership styles' effect on team morale.
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Description
Overview of Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology and related fields like Personnel Psychology, Human Resources Management (HRM), and Organizational Psychology. Includes the study of workplace behavior, employee motivation, and the role of organizations like SIOP.
