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Book Synopsis


Table of Contents

Preface

PART 1: FUNDAMENTALS

Chapter 1: What Is Industrial and Organizational Psychology?

Module 1.1 The Importance of I-O Psychology

The Importance of Work in People’s Lives

What Is I-O Psychology?

How This Course Can Help You

The Importance of Understanding the Younger Worker

Module 1.2 The Past, Present, and Future of I-O Psychology

The Past: A Brief History of I-O Psychology

The Present: The Demographics of I-O Psychologists

The Future: The Challenges to I-O Psychology in the 21st Century

A Personal View of the Future: Preparing for a Career in I-O Psychology

Module 1.3 Multicultural and Cross-Cultural Issues in I-O Psychology

The Multicultural Nature of Life in the 21st Century

Theories of Cultural Influence

Module 1.4 The Organization of This Book

Themes

Parts

Resources

Chapter 2: Research Methods and Statistics in I-O Psychology

Module 2.1 Science and Research

What Is Science?

The Role of Science in Society

Why Do I-O Psychologists Engage in Research?

Research Design

Methods of Data Collection

Generalizability and Control in Research

Ethical Behavior in I-O Psychology

Module 2.2 Data Analysis

Descriptive and Inferential Statistics

Correlation and Regression

Correlation and Causation

Big Data

Meta-Analysis

Micro-, Macro-, and Meso-Research

Module 2.3 Interpretation through Reliability and Validity

Reliability

Validity

PART 2: INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY

Chapter 3: Individual Differences and Assessment

Module 3.1 An Introduction to Individual Differences

Some Background

Differential Psychology, Psychometrics, and I-O Psychology

Identifying Individual Differences

Varieties of Individual Differences

Module 3.2 Human Attributes

Abilities

Cognitive Abilities

Physical, Sensory, and Psychomotor Abilities

Personality and Work Behavior

Skills

Knowledge

Competencies

Emotional Intelligence

Module 3.3 Foundations of Assessment

The Past and the Present of Testing

What Is a Test?

Administrative Test Categories

Testing and Culture

Module 3.4 Assessment Procedures

Assessment Content versus Process

Assessment Procedures: Content

Tests of Physical Abilities

Personality

Emotional Intelligence

Individual Assessment

Interviews

Assessment Centers

Work Samples and Situational Judgment Tests

Module 3.5 Special Topics in Assessment

Incremental Validity Measuring Implicit Variables at Work Biographical Data

Grades and Letters of Recommendation

Minimum Qualifications

Controversial Assessment Practices: Graphology and the Polygraph

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Computer-Based and Internet Assessment

Chapter 4: Job Analysis and Performance

Module 4.1 A Basic Model of Performance

Campbell’s Model of Job Performance

Criterion Deficiency and Contamination

Module 4.2 Extensions of the Basic Performance Model

Task Performance versus Organizational Citizenship Behavior

The Dark Side of Performance: Counterproductive Work Behaviors

Adaptive Performance

A Brief Recap

Expert Performance

Types of Performance Measures

Module 4.3 Job Analysis: Fundamental Properties and Practices

The Uses of Job Analysis Information

Types of Job Analysis

How Job Analysis Is Done

Work Analysis

Module 4.4 Job Analysis: Newer Developments

Electronic Performance Monitoring as Part of a Job Analysis

Cognitive Task Analysis

Personality-Based Job Analysis

A Summary of the Job Analysis Process

Computer-Based Job Analysis

O*NET

Competency Modeling

Module 4.5 Job Evaluation and the Law

Job Evaluation

The Concept of Comparable Worth

Job Analysis and Employment Litigation

Chapter 5: Performance Measurement

Module 5.1 Basic Concepts in Performance Measurement

Uses for Performance Information

Module 5.2 Performance Rating—Substance

Theories of Performance Rating

Focus on Performance Ratings

Rating Formats

Employee Comparison Methods

Module 5.3 Performance Rating—Process

Rating Sources

Rating Distortions

Rater Training

Reliability and Validity of Performance Ratings

Module 5.4 The Social and Legal Context of Performance Evaluation

The Motivation to Rate

Goal Conflict

Performance Feedback

Performance Evaluation and Culture

Performance Evaluation and the Law

Chapter 6: Staffing Decisions

Module 6.1 Conceptual Issues in Staffing

An Introduction to the Staffing Process

The Impact of Staffing Practices on Firm Performance

Stakeholders in the Staffing Process

Staffing from the International Perspective

Module 6.2 Evaluation of Staffing Outcomes

Validity

Utility

Fairness

Module 6.3 Practical Issues in Staffing

A Staffing Model

Combining Information

Deselection

Number of Decisions to Be Made

21st-Century Staffing

Module 6.4 Legal Issues in Staffing Decisions

Charges of Employment Discrimination

Employment Discrimination outside of the United States

Theories of Discrimination

Chapter 7: Training and Development

Module 7.1 Foundations of Training and Learning

Training, Learning, and Performance

Training Needs Analysis

The Learning Process in Training

Learning Organizations

Module 7.2 Content and Methods of Training

Training Methods

Training “Critical Thinking”

Transfer of Training

Module 7.3 Evaluating Training Programs

Training Evaluation

Training Criteria

Utility Analysis

Training Evaluation Designs

Equal Employment Opportunity Issues in Training

Module 7.4 Specialized Training Programs

Management and Leadership Development

Sexual Harassment Awareness Training

Ethics Training

Cross-Cultural Training

PART 3: ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

Chapter 8: The Motivation to Work

Module 8.1 An Introduction to Motivation

The Central Position of Motivation in Psychology

A Brief History of Motivation Theory in I-O Psychology

Metaphors for Motivation

The Meaning and Importance of Motivation in the Workplace

Module 8.2 Classic Approaches to Motivational Theories

Person-as-Machine Theories

Person-as-Scientist Theories

Module 8.3 Modern Approaches to Work Motivation

Person-as-Intentional Approaches

The Concept of Self-Efficacy in Modern Motivation Theory

Common Themes in Modern Motivation Approaches

A New Motivational Topic: The Entrepreneur

Module 8.4 Practical Issues in Motivation

Can Motivation Be Measured?

Cross-Cultural Issues in Motivation Generational Differences and Work Motivation

Motivational Interventions

Chapter 9: Attitudes, Emotions, and Work

Module 9.1 Work Attitudes

The Experience of Emotion at Work

Job Satisfaction: Some History

The Measurement of Job Satisfaction

The Concept of Commitment

Organizational Identification

Employee Engagement

Module 9.2 Moods, Emotions, Attitudes, and Behavior

Is Everybody Happy? Does It Matter If They Are?

Satisfaction versus Mood versus Emotion Withdrawal Behaviors

Module 9.3 Special Topics Related to Attitudes and Emotions

Job Loss

Telecommuting

Work–Family Balance

Psychological Contracts

Job Embeddedness

Job Crafting

Work-Related Attitudes and Emotions from a Cross-Cultural Perspective

Chapter 10: Stress and Worker Well-Being

Module 10.1 The Problem of Stress

Studying Workplace Stress

What Is a Stressor?

Common Stressors at Work

Consequences of Stress

Work Schedules

Module 10.2 Theories of Stress

Demand–Control Model

Person–Environment Fit Model

Individual Differences in Resistance to Stress

Module 10.3 Reducing and Managing Stress

Primary Prevention Strategies

Secondary Prevention Strategies

Tertiary Prevention Strategies

Summary of Stress Intervention Strategies

Module 10.4 Violence at Work

Stress and Workplace Violence

The “Typical” Violent Worker

Theories of Workplace Violence

A Special Type of Violence: Bullying

What Can We Conclude about Workplace Violence?

Chapter 11: Fairness, Justice, and Diversity in the Workplace

Module 11.1 Justice and Fairness

The Concept of Justice

Justice, Fairness, and Trust

Approaches to Organizational Justice

Module 11.2 The Practical Implications of Justice Perceptions

Performance Evaluation

Applicant Reactions to Selection Procedures

Affirmative Action

Module 11.3 Diversity

What Does Diversity Mean?

The Dynamics of Diversity

Chapter 12: Leadership in Organizations

Module 12.1 The Concept of Leadership

Some Conceptual Distinctions

The Problem of Defining Leadership Outcomes

Negative Leadership Outcomes: The Destructive Leader

Leader versus Manager or Supervisor

Leader Development versus Leadership Development

The Motivation to Lead

Module 12.2 Traditional Theories of Leadership

The “Great Man” Theories

The Trait Approach

The Power Approach to Leadership

The Behavioral Approach

The University of Michigan Studies

The Contingency Approach

The Consequences of Participation: The Vroom–Yetton Model

Module 12.3 New Approaches to Leadership

Leader–Member Exchange (LMX)

Transformational Leadership

Authentic Leadership

The Charismatic Leader

Module 12.4 Emerging Topics and Challenges in Leadership Research

Leadership in a Changing Workplace

Male and Female Leaders: Are They Different?

Personality and Leadership

Leadership and Neuroscience

Cross-Cultural Studies of Leadership

Leadership in a Diverse Environment

Guidelines for Effective Leadership

Chapter 13: Teams in Organizations

Module 13.1 Types of Teams

Groups and Teams: Definitions

Types of Teams

Module 13.2 Input-Process-Output Model of Team Effectiveness

Team Inputs

Team Processes

Team Outputs

Module 13.3 Special Issues in Teams

Team Appraisal and Feedback

Team Roles

Team Development

Team Training

Cultural Issues in Teams

Chapter 14: Organizational Theory, Dynamics, and Change

Module 14.1 Conceptual and Theoretical Foundations of Organizations

Organizations and People

Organization as Integration

Theories of Organization

Module 14.2 Social Dynamics of Organizations

Climate and Culture

Climate and Culture from the Multicultural Perspective

An Application of Culture and Climate: Safety

Socialization and the Concept of Person-Organization (P-O) and Person-Job (P-J) Fit

Module 14.3 Organizational Development and Change

Organizational Change

Examples of Large-Scale Organizational Change Initiatives

Emerging Commonalities among Organizational Interventions

Glossary

References

Name Index

Subject Index

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      Description

      Book Synopsis


      Table of Contents

      Preface

      PART 1: FUNDAMENTALS

      Chapter 1: What Is Industrial and Organizational Psychology?

      Module 1.1 The Importance of I-O Psychology

      The Importance of Work in People’s Lives

      What Is I-O Psychology?

      How This Course Can Help You

      The Importance of Understanding the Younger Worker

      Module 1.2 The Past, Present, and Future of I-O Psychology

      The Past: A Brief History of I-O Psychology

      The Present: The Demographics of I-O Psychologists

      The Future: The Challenges to I-O Psychology in the 21st Century

      A Personal View of the Future: Preparing for a Career in I-O Psychology

      Module 1.3 Multicultural and Cross-Cultural Issues in I-O Psychology

      The Multicultural Nature of Life in the 21st Century

      Theories of Cultural Influence

      Module 1.4 The Organization of This Book

      Themes

      Parts

      Resources

      Chapter 2: Research Methods and Statistics in I-O Psychology

      Module 2.1 Science and Research

      What Is Science?

      The Role of Science in Society

      Why Do I-O Psychologists Engage in Research?

      Research Design

      Methods of Data Collection

      Generalizability and Control in Research

      Ethical Behavior in I-O Psychology

      Module 2.2 Data Analysis

      Descriptive and Inferential Statistics

      Correlation and Regression

      Correlation and Causation

      Big Data

      Meta-Analysis

      Micro-, Macro-, and Meso-Research

      Module 2.3 Interpretation through Reliability and Validity

      Reliability

      Validity

      PART 2: INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY

      Chapter 3: Individual Differences and Assessment

      Module 3.1 An Introduction to Individual Differences

      Some Background

      Differential Psychology, Psychometrics, and I-O Psychology

      Identifying Individual Differences

      Varieties of Individual Differences

      Module 3.2 Human Attributes

      Abilities

      Cognitive Abilities

      Physical, Sensory, and Psychomotor Abilities

      Personality and Work Behavior

      Skills

      Knowledge

      Competencies

      Emotional Intelligence

      Module 3.3 Foundations of Assessment

      The Past and the Present of Testing

      What Is a Test?

      Administrative Test Categories

      Testing and Culture

      Module 3.4 Assessment Procedures

      Assessment Content versus Process

      Assessment Procedures: Content

      Tests of Physical Abilities

      Personality

      Emotional Intelligence

      Individual Assessment

      Interviews

      Assessment Centers

      Work Samples and Situational Judgment Tests

      Module 3.5 Special Topics in Assessment

      Incremental Validity Measuring Implicit Variables at Work Biographical Data

      Grades and Letters of Recommendation

      Minimum Qualifications

      Controversial Assessment Practices: Graphology and the Polygraph

      Drug and Alcohol Testing

      Computer-Based and Internet Assessment

      Chapter 4: Job Analysis and Performance

      Module 4.1 A Basic Model of Performance

      Campbell’s Model of Job Performance

      Criterion Deficiency and Contamination

      Module 4.2 Extensions of the Basic Performance Model

      Task Performance versus Organizational Citizenship Behavior

      The Dark Side of Performance: Counterproductive Work Behaviors

      Adaptive Performance

      A Brief Recap

      Expert Performance

      Types of Performance Measures

      Module 4.3 Job Analysis: Fundamental Properties and Practices

      The Uses of Job Analysis Information

      Types of Job Analysis

      How Job Analysis Is Done

      Work Analysis

      Module 4.4 Job Analysis: Newer Developments

      Electronic Performance Monitoring as Part of a Job Analysis

      Cognitive Task Analysis

      Personality-Based Job Analysis

      A Summary of the Job Analysis Process

      Computer-Based Job Analysis

      O*NET

      Competency Modeling

      Module 4.5 Job Evaluation and the Law

      Job Evaluation

      The Concept of Comparable Worth

      Job Analysis and Employment Litigation

      Chapter 5: Performance Measurement

      Module 5.1 Basic Concepts in Performance Measurement

      Uses for Performance Information

      Module 5.2 Performance Rating—Substance

      Theories of Performance Rating

      Focus on Performance Ratings

      Rating Formats

      Employee Comparison Methods

      Module 5.3 Performance Rating—Process

      Rating Sources

      Rating Distortions

      Rater Training

      Reliability and Validity of Performance Ratings

      Module 5.4 The Social and Legal Context of Performance Evaluation

      The Motivation to Rate

      Goal Conflict

      Performance Feedback

      Performance Evaluation and Culture

      Performance Evaluation and the Law

      Chapter 6: Staffing Decisions

      Module 6.1 Conceptual Issues in Staffing

      An Introduction to the Staffing Process

      The Impact of Staffing Practices on Firm Performance

      Stakeholders in the Staffing Process

      Staffing from the International Perspective

      Module 6.2 Evaluation of Staffing Outcomes

      Validity

      Utility

      Fairness

      Module 6.3 Practical Issues in Staffing

      A Staffing Model

      Combining Information

      Deselection

      Number of Decisions to Be Made

      21st-Century Staffing

      Module 6.4 Legal Issues in Staffing Decisions

      Charges of Employment Discrimination

      Employment Discrimination outside of the United States

      Theories of Discrimination

      Chapter 7: Training and Development

      Module 7.1 Foundations of Training and Learning

      Training, Learning, and Performance

      Training Needs Analysis

      The Learning Process in Training

      Learning Organizations

      Module 7.2 Content and Methods of Training

      Training Methods

      Training “Critical Thinking”

      Transfer of Training

      Module 7.3 Evaluating Training Programs

      Training Evaluation

      Training Criteria

      Utility Analysis

      Training Evaluation Designs

      Equal Employment Opportunity Issues in Training

      Module 7.4 Specialized Training Programs

      Management and Leadership Development

      Sexual Harassment Awareness Training

      Ethics Training

      Cross-Cultural Training

      PART 3: ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

      Chapter 8: The Motivation to Work

      Module 8.1 An Introduction to Motivation

      The Central Position of Motivation in Psychology

      A Brief History of Motivation Theory in I-O Psychology

      Metaphors for Motivation

      The Meaning and Importance of Motivation in the Workplace

      Module 8.2 Classic Approaches to Motivational Theories

      Person-as-Machine Theories

      Person-as-Scientist Theories

      Module 8.3 Modern Approaches to Work Motivation

      Person-as-Intentional Approaches

      The Concept of Self-Efficacy in Modern Motivation Theory

      Common Themes in Modern Motivation Approaches

      A New Motivational Topic: The Entrepreneur

      Module 8.4 Practical Issues in Motivation

      Can Motivation Be Measured?

      Cross-Cultural Issues in Motivation Generational Differences and Work Motivation

      Motivational Interventions

      Chapter 9: Attitudes, Emotions, and Work

      Module 9.1 Work Attitudes

      The Experience of Emotion at Work

      Job Satisfaction: Some History

      The Measurement of Job Satisfaction

      The Concept of Commitment

      Organizational Identification

      Employee Engagement

      Module 9.2 Moods, Emotions, Attitudes, and Behavior

      Is Everybody Happy? Does It Matter If They Are?

      Satisfaction versus Mood versus Emotion Withdrawal Behaviors

      Module 9.3 Special Topics Related to Attitudes and Emotions

      Job Loss

      Telecommuting

      Work–Family Balance

      Psychological Contracts

      Job Embeddedness

      Job Crafting

      Work-Related Attitudes and Emotions from a Cross-Cultural Perspective

      Chapter 10: Stress and Worker Well-Being

      Module 10.1 The Problem of Stress

      Studying Workplace Stress

      What Is a Stressor?

      Common Stressors at Work

      Consequences of Stress

      Work Schedules

      Module 10.2 Theories of Stress

      Demand–Control Model

      Person–Environment Fit Model

      Individual Differences in Resistance to Stress

      Module 10.3 Reducing and Managing Stress

      Primary Prevention Strategies

      Secondary Prevention Strategies

      Tertiary Prevention Strategies

      Summary of Stress Intervention Strategies

      Module 10.4 Violence at Work

      Stress and Workplace Violence

      The “Typical” Violent Worker

      Theories of Workplace Violence

      A Special Type of Violence: Bullying

      What Can We Conclude about Workplace Violence?

      Chapter 11: Fairness, Justice, and Diversity in the Workplace

      Module 11.1 Justice and Fairness

      The Concept of Justice

      Justice, Fairness, and Trust

      Approaches to Organizational Justice

      Module 11.2 The Practical Implications of Justice Perceptions

      Performance Evaluation

      Applicant Reactions to Selection Procedures

      Affirmative Action

      Module 11.3 Diversity

      What Does Diversity Mean?

      The Dynamics of Diversity

      Chapter 12: Leadership in Organizations

      Module 12.1 The Concept of Leadership

      Some Conceptual Distinctions

      The Problem of Defining Leadership Outcomes

      Negative Leadership Outcomes: The Destructive Leader

      Leader versus Manager or Supervisor

      Leader Development versus Leadership Development

      The Motivation to Lead

      Module 12.2 Traditional Theories of Leadership

      The “Great Man” Theories

      The Trait Approach

      The Power Approach to Leadership

      The Behavioral Approach

      The University of Michigan Studies

      The Contingency Approach

      The Consequences of Participation: The Vroom–Yetton Model

      Module 12.3 New Approaches to Leadership

      Leader–Member Exchange (LMX)

      Transformational Leadership

      Authentic Leadership

      The Charismatic Leader

      Module 12.4 Emerging Topics and Challenges in Leadership Research

      Leadership in a Changing Workplace

      Male and Female Leaders: Are They Different?

      Personality and Leadership

      Leadership and Neuroscience

      Cross-Cultural Studies of Leadership

      Leadership in a Diverse Environment

      Guidelines for Effective Leadership

      Chapter 13: Teams in Organizations

      Module 13.1 Types of Teams

      Groups and Teams: Definitions

      Types of Teams

      Module 13.2 Input-Process-Output Model of Team Effectiveness

      Team Inputs

      Team Processes

      Team Outputs

      Module 13.3 Special Issues in Teams

      Team Appraisal and Feedback

      Team Roles

      Team Development

      Team Training

      Cultural Issues in Teams

      Chapter 14: Organizational Theory, Dynamics, and Change

      Module 14.1 Conceptual and Theoretical Foundations of Organizations

      Organizations and People

      Organization as Integration

      Theories of Organization

      Module 14.2 Social Dynamics of Organizations

      Climate and Culture

      Climate and Culture from the Multicultural Perspective

      An Application of Culture and Climate: Safety

      Socialization and the Concept of Person-Organization (P-O) and Person-Job (P-J) Fit

      Module 14.3 Organizational Development and Change

      Organizational Change

      Examples of Large-Scale Organizational Change Initiatives

      Emerging Commonalities among Organizational Interventions

      Glossary

      References

      Name Index

      Subject Index

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