Describe One Advantage and One Disadvantage of Each of These

question 140

Essay

Describe one advantage and one disadvantage of each of these designs: (a) cross-sectional, (b) longitudinal, and (c) microgenetic.

Acknowledge the ongoing debate and lack of a universal definition in leadership studies.

Distinguish between leadership and management, and their respective focuses and outcomes.

Understand the ethical implications and responsibilities inherent in leadership.

Differentiate between assigned and emergent leaders within organizations.

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Definitions:

Reliable

The degree to which an instrument or method yields consistent results over time or across different observers, indicating stability and dependability in measurement.

Poor Quality

Descriptive of something that fails to meet an acceptable standard or lacks excellence.

Semi-Structured Interview

Uses prescribed items and thereby allows the examiner to obtain the necessary information within a relatively short amount of time. However, this kind of interview also gives leeway to the examiner should the client need to “drift” during the interview process.

Unstructured Interview

A type of interview where questions are not pre-arranged, allowing for free-flowing and spontaneous conversation.