Which of the Following Is the Best Example of a Systems

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of a systems approach to organizational development?

• A)The school focuses its efforts on staff development opportunities for all teachers and staff
• B)The school uses cross departmental teams that include administrative representatives to identify problem areas and to suggest solutions
• C)The principal works with the central office to insure that the school is focused on the district goals
• D)The superintendent visits all schools to talk with the principals about school plans for school renewal
• E)Both a and c.

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Definitions:

Permanent and Temporary Teams

A distinction between teams formed for ongoing, long-term purposes (permanent) and those created for a specific, short-term project or task (temporary).

Day-To-Day Tasks

Routine or regular activities that are performed on a daily basis in personal or professional settings.

Virtual Organization

An organization that primarily operates and coordinates its activities through information and communication technologies rather than in a traditional physical location.

External Strategic Alliances

Partnerships between businesses and other organizations, formed to pursue mutual goals while maintaining their independence.