Recall That Robert Rosenthal and Lenore Jacobson (1968) Informed Grade-School

question 64

Multiple Choice

Recall that Robert Rosenthal and Lenore Jacobson (1968) informed grade-school teachers that some of their students (called "bloomers") would show great academic improvement in the upcoming year.Also recall that students labeled "bloomers" actually showed greater increases on IQ tests compared to students who were not labeled "bloomers." These differences occurred because teachers

• A) decided to devote their attention to the students with the most promise.
• B) spent significantly more time interacting with "bloomers."
• C) challenged "bloomers" more and gave them more and better feedback.
• D) distracted "non-bloomers" by providing them too much personal attention.

Differentiate between formal and informal groups and their significance within the workplace.

Examine the stages of team development and the dynamics of team performance.

Appreciate the benefits and challenges of teamwork in organizational settings.

Understand the concept of social loafing and measures to mitigate it within teams.

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Definitions:

Increased Productivity

A situation where more output is produced from the same amount of inputs due to efficiency improvements.

Managers Training

Programs designed to improve the skills, knowledge, and performance of individuals in leadership and supervisory roles.

Output Produced

The total amount of goods and services produced by a firm or an economy during a specific period.

Input

Resources used in the process of production, including raw materials, labor, and capital.