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Selective Perception In Organizational Conflict, 1999.
Examines the effects of internal and external stimuli on the perceptions of events and resulting communitations. These interpretations guide organizational conflict.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, $ 47.95
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"SELECTIVE PERCEPTION IN ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICT
Fisher (1998) stated that two important factors?internal and external stimuli??influence the interpretations that guide communications? (pp. 237-238). With respect to interpersonal communication, Fisher (1998) noted that (1) human attention is selective and that individuals seek ?congruence between ? internal state, behavior, and interpretations? through ?selectively perceiving? (p. 239). Further, Fisher (1998) stated that a person ?may maintain internal-external congruence by distorting or avoiding data? (p. 239). In other words and for a variety of reasons, people tend to hear what they want to hear.
Fisher (1998) defined perception ?as a process of observing, selecting, and organizing stimuli? (p. 240). Fisher (1998) ..."
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Organizational Behavior: Organizational Structure Metaphor, 2006.
An assessment of the Emperor penguins' organizational effectiveness as a metaphor for organizational structure.
3,470 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 97.95
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Out of thousands of living creatures populating our planet, Emperor penguins represent one of the most inspirational natural metaphors for modern organizational behavior. The paper shows that Emperors put their skills and abilities to good use; they utilize their resources effectively; they overcome numerous obstacles to help the organization internal processes flow smoothly. Finally, they accomplish their common goal. Emperor penguins flourish in the place where few living things can survive. The paper shows that as we study Emperor penguins, we cannot help drawing parallels. What if the workplace worked like this? An employee and a manager could take some lessons in the areas of protection, sacrifice, cooperation and teamwork.
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Organized Penguins
Skills and Abilities
Group Development Process - Adult Penguins
Group Development Process - Chicks
Roles and Norms
Teamwork Effectiveness
Leadership and Decision-Making
Managing Team Conflict
Organizational Effectiveness
Conclusion
References
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"Another criterion of assessing organizational effectiveness is resource acquisition. Emperor Penguins rely on the ocean as their only food source, so it must be within reach of every mature penguin or they will starve and die. The acquisition of heat can be seen in the huddle where penguins must cooperate during storms or they will freeze to death. The acquisition of safety can be seen in the protection of their chicks from predators. Acquiring a mate takes a certain amount of skill and determination as well. The "healthy systems" approach is in effect in the rookery because we can see the genuine sense of community."
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Charles Darwin's Concept of Natural Selection and Sexual Selection, 2006.
An objective study of Darwin's theories of natural selection.
841 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 29.95
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In this paper the author reviews the books that Darwin wrote; "Origin of Species and The Descent of Man", which lead to his theories of natural selection. He discusses the theory of how types of living things (species) arise in different places and how the four theories of Darwin were developed ; diversity, competition , survival of the fittest and adaptation. The paper concludes with natural selection and the concepts of sexual selection that support Darwin's theory of the origin of species.
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"However, natural selection is not the only process responsible for evolution; another process is sexual selection. Darwin anticipated that sexual selection would be a potential criticism of evolution through natural selection and therefore put forth great effort to explain these occurrences. Thus, sexual selection refers to selection acting via effects on mating success. Natural selection, then, refers to effects on other fitness components like viability, survival. Darwin recognized the two processes as mutually exclusive."
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Organizational Development, 2007.
This paper discusses employee perception of senior management and organizational performance.
1,595 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 52.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the overall success of an organization is a product of a variety of sources. The writer points out that according to Eric Krell, a writer for the Society for Human Resource Development, one of the greatest of these influences is the perception of senior management by all levels of employees and the subsequent level of trust between them. This paper discusses the correlations between organizational productivity and employee perception of senior management based on Mr. Krell's article. Further, the writer looks at how this relates to trust and organizational performance.
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"There are so many reasons for upper-level management to pay attention and respond to all levels of employee needs. Firstly, it has been shown that the financial bottom line of an organization moves along the same line as the level of trust that employees have in upper management. Secondly, the more trust that employees have in senior management the higher their production and loyalty towards the organization. Thirdly, valuing employee input and empowering all levels of employees shows a great positive outcome for senior managers. Krell's article findings were based on a 2005 Watson Wyatt Wordwide Study."
"Based on that very study, it was reported that organizations that report a high level of trust between employees and top-level management exhibit two times the financial returns than companies who report low levels of trust. Such findings are beneficial to pay attention to in order to improve the organization's performance. In addition, when employees are more self-committed to the organization, companies have reported up to six times the returns than those of low-committed employees."
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Perception and Decision-Making, 2008.
This paper looks at how perception impacts our daily lives; specifically looking at the selecting, organizing and interpreting of sensory inputs in the business environment.
1,050 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses the process and the organization of perception as extremely important in any decision-making endeavor. Specifically, the paper looks at the differences in perception on individuals' understanding of reality and how this affects the decision-making process within the business environment where there are numerous variables. In other words, perception takes place when the individual selects, organizes and interprets the various sensory inputs or impressions that he or she encounters. Furthermore, this paper looks at what happens when there are perceptual errors in decision-making within the business sphere.
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"However, perceptions may not always be correct. They may be biased or simply based on flawed or false information and data. This is a central issue that the business leader or manager has to be aware of. Therefore, it follows that a fundamental issue in the relationship between perception and business decisions is that clear and accurate perceptions are essential for correct and effective decisions in any business concern.
"While the above statement is the ideal that should be achieved, in reality the issue of perception poses a number of problems for the business manager and for anyone making decisions in the business world. Managers and leader in business have to be aware of the quality of the information that they base their decisions on and in other factors that can negatively affect the perceptions that lead to decision making. For example, the biases and prejudices that may be a part of the perception process have to be 'filtered out' of the decision - making in order for the decisions to be as accurate and effective as possible."
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Organizational Behavior, 2002.
This paper presents a brief discussion of three key concepts in organizational behavior: Effective communication, conflict management and perception and diversity.
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The author relates each concept to a real-life experience and theoretical readings in organizational behavior.
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Web-Based Organizational Training, 2002.
An assessment of perceptions of the effectiveness and efficiency of web-based organizational training.
9,181 words (approx. 36.7 pages), 37 sources, MLA, $ 190.95
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This paper examines how one of the latest applications of information technology to organizational functions is the development of formal training programs that are delivered through the Internet or through organizational intranets otherwise known as web-based training. It proposes a research study to study the effectiveness and efficiency of these training programs in comparison to traditional organizational training.
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General Background to the Study
Purpose of the Study and Target Audience
Statement of the Problem
Overview of the Remainder of the Proposal
Review of the Literature
Introduction
The Nature of Training and its Importance to the Organization
Traditional Training Programs
Traditional Training Techniques
Moving to a New Training Paradigm
Computer-Based Training
Preparing for Web-Based Training
Web-Based Training
Web-Based Training in Practice
Technological Considerations Related to Web-Based Training
Importance of Evaluating Training
Evaluating Web-Based Training
Conclusion
Methodology
Introduction
Population and Sample
Instrumentation
Data Collection
Analysis of the Data
Conclusions
Schedule
Appendix
Survey Questionnaire
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"Most organizations recognize the value of training; however, the contemporary business environment, as a consequence of globalization and other factors, dictates that these organizations structure training in the most cost-efficient way possible (?Training Trends to Cost Effectiveness,? 1997). For some organizations, the most cost-effective approach to obtaining high-quality training is through outsourcing, which increasingly may involve Internet-based training. Many organizations outsourcing training have ?been impressed with the results. Rather than keeping program designers, administrators and trainers on staff, they have worked with outside trainers who act as an off-site training department. These off-site providers partner with clients to perform a whole range of duties from assessing training needs, to designing appropriate solutions and providing administrative support."
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Improving the Public Perception of Spartacus Galleries, 2001.
This paper is an organizational alteration plan designed to improve the public perception of Spartacus Galleries.
2,940 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 86.95
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This paper looks at Spartacus Galleries, a corporation which stands at the cusp of being ?blacklisted? as a place of unsavory business practices and balderdash. This paper looks at theory, expected results, the organization's structure, hierarchy, resources, areas of activity and characteristics. It also looks at the product sold, its sellers, goals, objectives and how to achieve these goals. It then examines financial benefits, personnel benefits, broad based benefits, problems, and the reasons for the initiation of these changes. Different options both local and global are detailed, as is a plan of implementation and the different phases involved in achieving this goal. Personnel training, and how to overcome possible objections to the new plan for existing personnel are also discussed. The final area examined is client feedback to the new changes, and an overall assessment and evaluation of the content of the new changes that were introduced.
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" The consultants are given a set of selling guidelines to follow when they are hired. These guidelines are not being followed as the art consultants are in the practice of ?closing the sale at all costs?. The consultants promise unattainable options such as rush delivery for a birthday or a specific number so they will post higher numbers and generate more personal income. [Salas, A] When these conditions aren?t met by the other departments involved (i.e. shipping and receiving, allocation) the customer becomes irate. He often accuses the company of making false promises and not making good on their claims. Gifts, credits and charge backs are among the ways the customers are assuaged by the Customer Service department. These items come straight out of the gallery profit margin, Decreasing sales and harboring future growth."
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Organizational Psychology, 2004.
This paper provides a brief overview of important concepts in modern organizational psychology, including the analysis of internal and external factors in an organization's success.
1,712 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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Organizational behavior is defined, and the role of individual personality and motivation in organizational behavior is discussed. External factors like socialization and culture are discussed in light of Hofsted's four dimensions. An overview of perception and stereotypes is given, and the importance of leadership in the organization is highlighted. The relationships between communication, power, politics, and ethics are reviewed. Other topics include conflict and conflict management and organizational change.
Introduction
Personality and Motivation
Perception and Stereotypes
Communication, Power, Politics, and Ethics
Organizational Change
Conclusion
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"Organizational behavior is defined simply as: "study of individual and group dynamics in an organization setting" (Wikipedia). The behavior of organizations, in turn, is driven by the study of human behavior. Human behavior can be seen as driven by either internal or external factors. Individual thoughts, needs, and feelings drive the internal perspective. In turn, the external perspective sees human behavior as driven by environment, rather than intrinsic factors like personality (Wikipedia)."
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Impact of an Intranet on Organizational Functions, 2002.
This paper attempts to develop and validate a credible body of evidence supporting the value of organizational intranets in relation to organizational productivity.
6,805 words (approx. 27.2 pages), 23 sources, MLA, $ 154.95
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The paper gives an assessment of both the character and the degree of the impact of the extent to which an intranet is used within private sector organizations on both individual organizational functions (such as intra-organizational communications, decision making, group collaboration and employees? productivity) and on overall organizational business activities.
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"When technology is considered within the context of physical science, it is typically viewed as the application of physical science and engineering technology to human endeavors. This concept emphasizes device effects and procedures. When technology is conceptualized within the context of the behavioral sciences, it is viewed as the application of language and linguistics, communications, cybernetics, and psychometrics to human endeavors. The behavioral science concept of technology incorporates applications of engineering research (particularly human factors engineering), logistics related to the effective use of physical resources, and information science. Technology, thus, is the "conscious invention of ways of acting on the material world to meet our needs.""
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Perception Theory, 2002.
A discussion of perception theory by analysis of J.J. Gibson's ecological approach and Marr's computational theory.
3,413 words (approx. 13.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 96.95
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This paper examines how the issue of perception in various fields, including philosophy and psychology has been debated with vigor over the last fifty years. In order to consider the theory of perception , it evaluates Gibson's ecological approach which believes there is no mediation from the mind between the object of perception and the perception event itself. The function of perception is thus one of adaptation and therefore the purpose of perception is then to adapt the organism to its environment. In contrast it compares this theory to Marr?s computational theory in which perception is seen from the neuropsychological level. Marr in fact compares the human visual system to a computer system. It analyzes how the computational theory appears to oppose the environmental theory in its paradigm that the mind mediates all that is perceived.
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"In contrast to Gibson, Marr studies the deep recesses of the body in order to come to a conclusion about perception. This is a very scientific approach, whereas Gibson relied on data gathered from observers and from himself in a more philosophical paradigm. For Marr then a thorough study going beyond the anatomy and physiology of the retinal ganglion cells and lateral geniculate neurons is essential in order to understand the reasons for their receptive fields. Furthermore the connections and interactions of these cells are useful in understanding their behavior. However in order to understand the reasons for the nature of the receptive fields, it is necessary to study the phenomena of differential operators, band-pass channels, and the mathematics of the uncertainty principle."
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Beauty and Perception, 2001.
A discussion of the role that beauty and perception play in mate selection.
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This essay deals with the issue of beauty and its role in mate selection. The author discusses rational principles, ethical principles and biological differences, and the role they play in mate selection.
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"The problem of beauty and its role in mate selection in humans has long perplexed evolutionary psychologists, and it is only by a thorough examination of the factors involved and a clear statement of the arguments for and against the factors, that psychologists can best learn and understand what is entailed in the mate selection process. At least four basic factors or principles play significant roles in making men and women more sexually attractive."
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Organizational Behavior Concepts, 2005.
An overview of some of the main concepts used to describe organizational behavior.
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There are many terminologies and concepts used in the study of organizational behavior. This paper examines how these terminologies and concepts help define the many aspects of organizational behaviors. Some of the terminologies and concepts described, include: organizational behavior, organizational culture, diversity, communication, organizational effectiveness and efficiency, and organizational learning.
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"What is organizational culture? First, organizational should be defined. Organizational can be defined as anything that pertains to an organization. Second, culture should be defined. There are many definitions for the word culture. In order to fully understand the meaning of organizational culture, the correct definition should be used. One definition for culture is a high level of development. Another definition is the process of growing bacteria. A third defines culture as improvement or refinement. (Morehead, A. & Morehead, L. (Ed.). 1995). In this case, the proper definitions would be the first and third. So, organizational culture can be defined as, actions that promote a high level of development, improvement, and refinement within an organization. "
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Perception, 2006.
An examination of the concept of perception in psychological theories.
1,851 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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Within the realm of cognitive psychology, the concept of perception is a controversial topic. Various approaches attempt to explain the concept of perception. Perception involves the relationship between the observer and the environment. For the purposes of this discussion, this paper focuses on evaluating two fundamental approaches to explaining perception: Direct perception theory and inferential theory.
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"Furthermore the theory asserts that the retinae move in correlation with the visual world (Warren and Wertheim, 1990). As a result of such movement, the visual streaming action of the optic array relative to the retinae is described as the optic flow (Warren and Wertheim, 1990). In addition, these movements of the retinae in space occur because the eyes move with in their orbits, because the head shifts, because the whole observer is in motion, or any comparable combination (Warren and Wertheim, 1990). In Gibson's estimation, these factors are described as self-motion. (Warren and Wertheim, 1990)"
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Intranet and Organizational Functioning, 2002.
A research study to measure the impact of an Intranet on organizational functions.
9,676 words (approx. 38.7 pages), 38 sources, MLA, $ 197.95
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This study develops and validates a credible body of evidence supporting the value of organizational intranets in relation to organizational productivity. The specific goal of this study is to assess both the character and the degree of the impact of the extent to which an intranet is used within private sector organizations on both individual organizational functions (such as intra-organizational communications, decision making, group collaboration and employees? productivity) and on overall organizational business activities. As this study purpose sought to assess the impacts of an intranet on an organization, only organizations with a functioning intranet in place were included in the research sample for the study. Following the problem statement, purpose, and research questions presented in the introductory chapter, the findings of this study are presented in four additional chapters. A review of the literature relevant to the problem investigated is presented in Chapter 2, while the methodology followed in the conduct of the study is described and explained in Chapter 3 and the results of the research performed are presented in Chapter 4. The conclusions drawn from the study findings, together with a discussion of the contribution of the research findings and conclusions and recommendations for future research are presented in Chapter 5.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Background
Statement of the Problem
Research Purpose
Research Questions
Organization of the Research
Review of Literature
Introduction
Conceptual Framework
Organizational Context
Information Technology
Importance of IT
Broadband vs. Narrowband
Measuring the Impact of IT
Review of Relevant Research
Literature Review Summary
Research Methodology
Introduction
Research Design
Research Questions and Hypotheses
Population and Sample
Data Collection
Instrumentation
Data Analysis
Results
Introduction
Results of the Frequency Analyses
Results of Testing the Hypotheses
Conclusion
Introduction
Findings of the Research
Conclusions
Contributions of the Study
Recommendations for Future Research
Endnotes
Bibliography
Appendix: Data Collection Questionnaire
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"Technology is one of the means by which productivity may be increased within an economy, an industry, or an organization. The introduction of new technology into industries tends to lower production costs in those industries, over the long-term. Technology, thus, is indispensable with respect to growth. With respect to natural resource requirements, it is said that society is "engaged in a race between technology and the exponentially rising demand for raw materials." With respect to most firms, an essential resource is human capital. Advances in technology enable organizations to utilize available human capital in more productive ways. Technology assists organizations to eliminate some of the limits to their ability to grow."
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