Lesson 3 – Assignment Criteria

Lesson 3 – Assignment Criteria

– Review the lecture notes
– The Book being used for this course is (Title: Organizational Behavior), Edition: 13, Author: Stephen P. Robbins and Timothy A, Judge, ISBN: 0-13-600717-1
– Paper should be in APA format
– The combined total of words for this order should have a minimum of 825 words.
– Separate the Discussions / Assignments in the same document so that they can easily be identifiable.
– If able to access the eBook website is at: http://outboundsso.next.ecollege.com/default/launch.ed?ssoType=PearsonMML&target=MEDIA_SERVER_LINK%3Fhttp%3A//view.ebookplus.pearsoncmg.com/ebook/linktoebook5.do%3Fplatform%3D1007%26bookid%3D5843%26plus%3Dy%26media%3DPLSCoCoOrgBehaviorCSU
– Or at:
http://view.ebookplus.pearsoncmg.com/ebook/launcheText.do?values=bookID::5843::platform::1007::fromloginpage::N::invokeType::lms::launchState::goToEBook::platform::1007::globalBookID::CM98278139::userID::2455322::scenario::1::scenarioid::scenario1::plus::y::sessionID::31451820214592990102016::smsUserID::66564792::uid::20150111125320::ubd::20160110210511::ubsd::20160110210511::hsid::828552251015ea915a7629f2fc436526
– Provide support for your answers using references from a text, lecture notes, and/or other credible sources, each cited appropriately.
– Citing (in text and reference list) and paraphrases as well in the research.
– In text Citations should look like: (Robbins & Judge, 2009, p. xx)
– Reference page citation for book should be: Robbins, S. P., & Judge, T. A. (2009). Organizational behavior [ePearson] (13th ed.).
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All portions of this essay / assignment should:
1. Effectively and directly addresses the problem/issue. Relevant use of proper concepts and vocabulary throughout the assignment. Demonstrates superior knowledge of appropriate concepts and theories. Effective and correct use of peer-reviewed resources.
2. It should be very well written. Proper and relevant use of vocabulary, structure, grammar and spelling. Well-organized response that fully and completely addresses all the criteria/questions using proper APA (current edition) formatting.

Discussion 3.1 – Is Motivation Manipulation?
Deliverables: minimum 200 words

Perform the following tasks:
Step 1: Read the example.
Read about the following dilemma:
Managers are interested in the subject of motivation because they’re concerned with learning how to get the most effort from their employees. Is this ethical? For example, when managers link rewards to productivity, aren’t they manipulating employees?

To manipulate is defined as (1) to handle, manage, or use, especially with skill, in some process of treatment or performance; (2) to manage or influence by artful skill; (3) to adapt or change to suit one’s purpose or advantage. Aren’t one or more of these definitions compatible with the notion of managers skillfully seeking to influence employee productivity for the benefit of the manager and the organization?

Do managers have the right to seek control over their employees? Does anyone, for that matter, have the right to control others? Does control imply manipulation? And is there anything wrong with managers manipulating employees?
Step 2: Post your answers to the following questions to the discussion board.
Answer the following questions, and if appropriate, include personal experience as part of your answers.
o Do managers have the right to seek control over their employees?
o Does anyone, for that matter, have the right to control others?
o Does control imply manipulation? And is there anything wrong with managers manipulating employees?
Assignment 3.1 – Theories of Motivation
Deliverables: minimum 625 words
This assignment supports the following lesson objectives:
Analyze theories of motivation.
Explain the concept of motivation by change.
Identify methods to involve and reward employees.
Assess employee motivation and job satisfaction by using the job characteristics model.
Assignment Overview
This web research assignment explores theories of motivation.

Activity Details
Perform the following tasks:
Step 1: Select a theory of motivation.
Select one of these theories of motivation.
o Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
o Theory X
o Theory Y
o Two-factor theory (motivation-hygiene theory)
o McClelland’s theory of needs
o Cognitive evaluation theory
o Goal-setting theory
o Self-efficacy theory
o Reinforcement theory
o Equity theory
o Expectancy theory
Step 2: Research the motivations behind behavior.
To further your understanding, use the Internet and other resources to conduct additional research related to the theory you selected in Step 1.
Step 3: Write a 1-page report summarizing your research.
Use a word processor (such as MS Word) to write a summary of the theory you selected. Include what you have discovered about the theory, and any thoughts you have on the topics presented. Explain why you agree or disagree with the theory. Make sure that you properly cite any articles used. In addition, relate your chosen theory to the following:
o The concept of motivation by change
o Methods to involve and reward employees
o The job-characteristics model