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What does the Johari Window primarily help to understand?
What does the Johari Window primarily help to understand?
What is the primary focus of Organizational Behaviour?
What is the primary focus of Organizational Behaviour?
Which of the following is NOT included in the topics covered in Unit 1 of the course?
Which of the following is NOT included in the topics covered in Unit 1 of the course?
Which approach views leadership as contingent on the situation and context?
Which approach views leadership as contingent on the situation and context?
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Which of the following is a common source of conflict in organizations?
Which of the following is a common source of conflict in organizations?
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According to the definitions provided, what is a key aspect of Organizational Behaviour?
According to the definitions provided, what is a key aspect of Organizational Behaviour?
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What concept addresses how power is acquired and utilized within organizations?
What concept addresses how power is acquired and utilized within organizations?
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What is a significant factor in managing resistance to change within an organization?
What is a significant factor in managing resistance to change within an organization?
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What is the primary focus of Organizational Behavior?
What is the primary focus of Organizational Behavior?
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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of studying Organizational Behavior?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of studying Organizational Behavior?
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According to Fred Luthans, what is the primary concern of Organizational Behavior?
According to Fred Luthans, what is the primary concern of Organizational Behavior?
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Which of the following theories emerged during the Behavioral Era of Organizational Behavior?
Which of the following theories emerged during the Behavioral Era of Organizational Behavior?
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What does perception involve in the context of Organizational Behavior?
What does perception involve in the context of Organizational Behavior?
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What is a potential outcome of studying Organizational Behavior in terms of employee interaction?
What is a potential outcome of studying Organizational Behavior in terms of employee interaction?
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Why is diversity recognized as valuable in Organizational Behavior?
Why is diversity recognized as valuable in Organizational Behavior?
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What can influence an individual's attention in perceiving an event?
What can influence an individual's attention in perceiving an event?
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Which of the following is true regarding the evolution of Organizational Behavior?
Which of the following is true regarding the evolution of Organizational Behavior?
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Which of the following best defines perceptual error?
Which of the following best defines perceptual error?
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In attribution theory, how is internally caused behavior characterized?
In attribution theory, how is internally caused behavior characterized?
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What might lead observers to make an external attribution regarding a person's behavior?
What might lead observers to make an external attribution regarding a person's behavior?
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Which rule for determining attribution considers whether an individual behaves differently in various situations?
Which rule for determining attribution considers whether an individual behaves differently in various situations?
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How can a particular early impression of a person negatively influence their perception?
How can a particular early impression of a person negatively influence their perception?
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Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to perceptual errors?
Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to perceptual errors?
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In attribution theory, which of the following is true about externally caused behavior?
In attribution theory, which of the following is true about externally caused behavior?
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What does consensus refer to in the context of behavior evaluation?
What does consensus refer to in the context of behavior evaluation?
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When a student is often late for class, what cause do observers likely attribute this behavior to?
When a student is often late for class, what cause do observers likely attribute this behavior to?
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How does selective perception affect a person's understanding of a situation?
How does selective perception affect a person's understanding of a situation?
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What is a possible result of the halo effect when evaluating an instructor?
What is a possible result of the halo effect when evaluating an instructor?
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Why might a student give a low rating to an instructor despite their qualifications?
Why might a student give a low rating to an instructor despite their qualifications?
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What does the contrast effect imply in behavioral evaluations?
What does the contrast effect imply in behavioral evaluations?
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What can lead to an inaccurate conclusion about an individual in selective perception?
What can lead to an inaccurate conclusion about an individual in selective perception?
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How does selective perception help students in learning environments?
How does selective perception help students in learning environments?
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How does the timing of an interview influence a candidate's evaluation?
How does the timing of an interview influence a candidate's evaluation?
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What does projection involve in the context of interpersonal perception?
What does projection involve in the context of interpersonal perception?
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Which statement best describes stereotyping?
Which statement best describes stereotyping?
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What is the primary purpose of perceptual selection in the perceptual process?
What is the primary purpose of perceptual selection in the perceptual process?
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How does perceptual organization influence interpretation?
How does perceptual organization influence interpretation?
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What occurs during the perceptual interpretation stage?
What occurs during the perceptual interpretation stage?
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What can indicate the presence of the halo effect in evaluations?
What can indicate the presence of the halo effect in evaluations?
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In the context of perception, what can cause different interpretations of the same image?
In the context of perception, what can cause different interpretations of the same image?
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Study Notes
Organizational Behaviour
- Organizational Behaviour (OB) is the study of human behaviour at work, exploring how people think, feel, and act within organizations.
- OB draws from various behavioural disciplines including psychology, sociology, social psychology, anthropology, and political science.
- The goal of OB is to improve organizational effectiveness.
Definitions of OB
- According to Davis and Newstram, "Organizational behavior is the study and application of knowledge about how people act within organizations."
- Stephen P. Robbins defines OB as "Organizational Behavior studies the impact that individuals, groups, and structure have on behavior within organizations to improve effectiveness."
- Fred Luthans defines OB as "Organization Behavior is directly concerned with the understanding, prediction and control of human behavior in organization."
Advantages and Importance of OB
- OB helps us understand and manage employees effectively.
- This knowledge improves organizational performance by promoting effectiveness.
- It focuses on enhancing productivity, reducing absenteeism and employee turnover, and increasing job satisfaction.
- OB helps employees work together better and fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- OB can help companies improve quality, ensure ethical behavior, create a positive work environment, facilitate teamwork, and encourage creativity.
Why Study OB?
- To understand employees better.
- Ensure higher productivity.
- Encourage ethical behavior.
- Create a positive work environment.
- Develop an inclusive work culture.
- Build a good team.
The Evolution of OB
- The Classical Era (1860-1930): Focused on administrative theory and scientific management, seeking to improve organizational efficiency.
- The Behavioural Era (1930-1960): Marked by the Hawthorne experiments, which explored the impact of social and psychological factors on workers.
- The Modern Era (1960 Onwards): Introduced the Contingency Theory, emphasizing that the best management style is dependent on various factors.
The Building Blocks of OB
- Perception: How individuals interpret information, influenced by perceptual errors such as attribution theory, selective perception, the halo effect, contrast effects, projection, and stereotyping.
Perception
- Definition: Perception is the process of selecting, organizing, and interpreting stimuli to create meaningful experiences.
- Selective Attention: People selectively focus on specific aspects of their environment.
- Varied Perceptions: The same situation can be interpreted differently by different people.
Perceptual Errors
- Attribution Theory: Explains how people attribute causes for behaviors, either internally (personal control) or externally (situational factors).
Rules for Determining Attribution
- Distinctiveness: The extent to which an individual's behavior is unique to a specific situation.
- Consensus: The degree to which others would react in a similar way to the same situation.
- Consistency: The regularity of the individual's behavior over time.
Selective Perception
- Individuals interpret information based their own interests, leading to biases.
- Example: A student might be more attentive when the instructor announces exam topics than when discussing less relevant material.
Halo Effect
- Drawing general conclusions about a person based on a single characteristic.
- Example: A student might judge an instructor based solely on their enthusiasm, overlooking other qualities.
Contrast Effects
- Comparisons with others influence our perceptions.
- Example: A candidate's performance in an interview may seem better or worse depending on the previous candidates.
Projection
- Attributeing one's own characteristics to others.
- Example: Someone who values challenge may assume that others have the same desire.
Stereotyping
- Judging individuals based on their perceived group affiliation.
Perceptual Process
- Perceptual Selection: Filtering out most stimuli to focus on the most important ones.
- Perceptual Organization: Organizing and making sense of sensory input.
- Perceptual Interpretation: Assigning meaning to the selected and organized information.
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Explore the foundational concepts of Organizational Behaviour (OB). This quiz highlights definitions, advantages, and the importance of understanding human behavior in workplace settings. Enhance your knowledge on how to improve organizational effectiveness.
