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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.