Organizational Psychology
A Scientist-Practitioner Approach
3. Auflage Februar 2015
720 Seiten, Hardcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
Kurzbeschreibung
Organizational Psychology: A Scientist-Practitioner Approach, Third Edition provides students with a thorough overview of both the science and practice of organizational psychology. Reflecting changes in the global workplace, the third edition expands coverage of the effects of technology on processes and personnel, the generalizability of theories across cultures, including organizational climate, and employee health and well-being. The new edition retains the hallmark features of the text and
* Expanded coverage of the pervasive effects of technology on the social environment of work, including virtual work and the impact of social media.
* More graphics, including tables and charts, to help students understand and remember various related concepts and theories.
* Includes a unique full chapter on research methods and the use of statistics in understanding organizations.
* New chapter on the work/non-work interface, including consideration of both employees' life stages and changes over their careers.
* Provides Instructors with comprehensive presentation and testing materials
The foundation of organizational psychology, updated to reflect the changing workplace
Organizational Psychology: A Scientist-Practitioner Approach, Third Edition provides students with a thorough overview of both the science and practice of organizational psychology. Reflecting changes in the global workplace, the third edition expands coverage of the effects of technology on processes and personnel, the generalizability of theories across cultures, including organizational climate, and employee health and well-being. The new edition retains the hallmark features of the text and
* Expanded coverage of the pervasive effects of technology on the social environment of work, including virtual work and the impact of social media.
* More graphics, including tables and charts, to help students understand and remember various related concepts and theories.
* Includes a unique full chapter on research methods and the use of statistics in understanding organizations.
* New chapter on the work/non-work interface, including consideration of both employees' life stages and changes over their careers.
* Provides Instructors with comprehensive presentation and testing materials.
* More on ethics, in light of relatively recent scandals in corporations and in politics.
* Expanded coverage throughout on cross-cultural issues and diversity in organizations.
* Additional readings facilitate in-depth learning.
Industrial and organizational psychologists contribute to the success of an organization by improving the performance, satisfaction, and well-being of employees. By identifying how behaviors and attitudes can be improved through hiring practices, training programs, and feedback and management systems, I/O psychologists also help organizations transition during periods of change and development. Organizational Psychology: A Scientist-Practitioner Approach, Third Edition is a comprehensive guide to the theory and application of behavioral science in the workplace.
What Is Organizational Psychology?
Organizational Psychology In Context
The Scientist-Practitioner Approach
Historical Influences In Organizational Psychology
Recent Past And Beyond
The Chapter Sequence
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 2 Research Methods and Statistics
Methods Of Data Collection
Special Issues In Data Collection
Ethics In Data Collection
Statistical Methodsin Organizational Psychology
Special Issues In Statistical Analysis
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 3 Attraction and Socialization
The Recruitment Process: An Organizational Perspective
The Recruitment Process: The Applicant's Perspective
Organizational Socialization
The Impact Of Diversity On Organizational Socialization
The Future Of Organizational Socialization Research
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 4 The Work-Non-Work Interface
Kelsey-Jo Ritter and Steve M. Jex
Some Basic Assumptions About The Work And Non-Work Interface
The Transition Into Work: Youth Employment
Transition To A Career
Balancing Work And Non-Work Demands
Antecedants Of Work-Family Conflict
Consequences Of Work-Family Conflict
Reducing And Preventing Work-Family Conflict
The Positive Side Of Work-Family Interface
Work-Family Balance
Transitioning Out Of Work: Retirement
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additonal Readings
Chapter 5 Productive Behavior in Organizations
Defining Productive Behavior
Job Performance
Measurement Of Job Performance
Determinants Of Job Performance
Organizational Citizenship Behavior
Innovation And Adaptability In Organizations
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 6 Counterproductive Behavior in Organizations
Defining Counterproductive Work Behavior
The Structure Of Counterproductive Work Behavior
Causes Of Counterproductive Work Behavior
Common Forms Of Counterproductive Work Behavior
Low Base Rate Counterproductive Work Behavior
Some Final Thoughts On Counterproductive Work Behavior
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 7 Occupational Stress and Employee Health and well-being
A Brief History
Approaches And Terminology
Occupational Stress Terminology
Occupational Stress Models
Workplace Stressors
Employee Safety
Employee Health In Vulnerable Populations
Reducing The Impact Of Workplace Stressors
Cross-Cultural Occupational Stress Research
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 8 Beliefs and Attitudes about Work and the Organization
Job Satisfaction
Organizational Commitment
Additional Job Beliefs
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 9 Theories of Motivation
Defining Motivation, Basic Assumptions And Theoretical Approaches
Need-Based Theories Of Motivation
Cognitive Process Theories Of Motivation
The Behavioral Approach To Motivation
Self-Determination Theory
Job-Based Theories Of Motivation
The Practical Value Of Motivation Theories
Chapter Summary
Chapter 10 Organizational Applications of Motivation Theory
Some Basic Assumptions
Behaviors Organizations Attempt To Influence
Organizational Reward Systems
Motivation Through The Design Of Work
Proactive Motivation And Job Crafting
Organizational Disciplinary Procedures
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 11Leadership and Influence Processes
Defining Leadership
General Approaches To Leadership
Modern Theories Of Leadership
Power And Influence In Organizations
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 12 Team Dynamics and Processes Within Organizations
Stages Of Team Development
Defining Team Effectiveness
Models Of Team Effectiveness
Determinants Of Team Effectiveness
Behavioral Processes
Enhancing The Effectiveness Of Teams
The Future Of Teams In Organizations
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 13 Organizational Theory and Design
What Is An "Organizational Theory"?
Major Organizational Theories
Determinants Of Organizational Design
Recent Innovations In Organizational Design
Research On Organizational Design
The Future Of Organizational Design
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
Chapter 14 Organizational Culture and Climate
Defining Organizational Culture
Models Of Organizational Culture
Manifestations Of Organizational Culture
The Development Of Organizational Culture
Measuring Organizational Culture
Changing Organizational Culture
The Impact Of Organizational Culture
Organizational Climate: The Psychological Experience
Chapter Summary
Chapter 15 Organizational Change and Development
What Is Organizational Development And Why Is It Used?
A Brief History Of Organizational Development
The Theory Base Of Organizational Development
Organizational-Change Interventions
Conditions Necessary For Successful Organizational Change
Evaluation Of Organizational-Development Programs
Special Issues In Client-Consultant Relationships
Chapter Summary
Suggested Additional Readings
References
THOMAS W. BRITT, PHD, is a social psychologist specializing in work and family. He brings that expertise as well as his teaching experience with undergraduates to this new edition of Organizational Psychology. He teaches and directs graduate students at Clemson University.
