Organizational Psychology Course Overview
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What is the total percentage for Final Exams in the grading policy?

  • 20%
  • 30%
  • 50%
  • 40% (correct)
  • How many assessments are there for Assignments?

  • 2
  • 8
  • 4 (correct)
  • 6
  • Mobile phones are allowed to be used during class.

    False

    What is Industrial or Organizational Psychology?

    <p>A specialty area that applies psychological facts to human problems in business and industry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the resource person mentioned in the document?

    <p>Iqra Kiran</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The course grading includes ___ quizzes before and after mids.

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the fields of I/O Psychology to their functions:

    <p>Selection and Placement = Hiring better employees Training and Development = Skill enhancement for employees Performance Appraisal = Evaluating employee performance Quality of Work Life = Improving workplace satisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Course Intro and Rules

    • Course introduces the core concepts of organizational psychology.
    • Attendance policy - 10-minute rule.
    • Only 12 absences allowed.
    • Zero tolerance for disruptive behavior.
    • No mobile phone usage during class.
    • Late submissions are penalized.
    • Quizzes have no retakes.
    • Share concerns through the online portal.

    Grading Policy

    • Each assignment is worth 20%.
    • Quizzes are worth 20%.
    • Midterm exams are worth 20%.
    • Final exams are worth 40%.

    What Is Organizational Psychology?

    • Organizational psychology focuses on human behavior in the workplace.
    • It can be defined as “the application or extension of psychological facts and principles to the problems concerning human beings operating within the context of business and industry”.
    • It also seeks to enhance employee well-being and organizational productivity.
    • The American Psychological Association recognizes it as a distinct field of study.

    I/O Psychology - Applying Knowledge

    • I/O psychology applies research findings to solve problems in the workplace.
    • Areas of focus include selection and placement, training and development, performance appraisal, organizational development, quality of work life, and ergonomics.

    History of I/O Psychology

    • The term "industrial psychology" was first used in 1904.
    • Interest in applying psychology to the workplace was sparked by the development of new technology and the need for efficient workforce management.
    • Early research focused on worker efficiency and productivity.
    • The field evolved to address a wider range of issues, including employee motivation, satisfaction, and well-being.

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    This quiz covers the foundational concepts and rules of organizational psychology, including course policies, grading methods, and the significance of the field. It aims to enhance understanding of how psychological principles apply to workplace behaviors and foster organizational productivity.

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