PSYC 1000 – Module 10 Flashcards: Industrial-Organizational Psychology

These flashcards cover key concepts in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, including definitions, theories, and important aspects of workplace behavior and management.

What is industrial-organizational (I-O) psychology?

The study of human behavior in workplace settings.

What is the scope of I-O psychology?

Employee selection, training, performance, motivation, leadership, and workplace well-being.

What is the history of I-O psychology?

It developed during the early 1900s to improve worker efficiency and productivity.

What is employee selection?

The process of choosing suitable candidates for a job.

What methods are used in employee selection?

Testing, interviews, background checks, and assessments.

What is job analysis?

The process of identifying job tasks, responsibilities, and required skills.

What is job design?

Structuring tasks and responsibilities to improve efficiency and satisfaction.

What is job crafting?

Employees shaping their own job roles to improve satisfaction.

What is job training?

Programs designed to improve employee skills and performance.

What is employee performance appraisal?

Evaluating how well employees perform their job duties.

What laws prevent bias and discrimination in hiring?

Civil Rights Act, ADA, Equal Employment Opportunity laws.

What is job satisfaction?

The level of contentment an employee feels about their job.

What factors influence job satisfaction?

Pay, work conditions, relationships, and job meaning.

What is Theory X?

Belief that employees dislike work and need strict supervision.

What is Theory Y?

Belief that employees are motivated and enjoy responsibility.

What is transactional leadership?

Leadership based on rewards and punishments.

What is transformational leadership?

Leadership that inspires and motivates employees.

What is organizational culture?

Shared values, beliefs, and norms within a workplace.

Why is organizational culture important?

It affects behavior, motivation, and performance.

What is human factors psychology?

The study of how humans interact with machines and environments.

Give an example of human factors psychology.

Designing safer car dashboards or workplace tools.

What is the Hawthorne effect?

People change behavior when they know they are being observed.