Upon successful completion of this course, the student will
be able to:
1.
Define the
term organizational behavior
2.
Describe
the capabilities of effective organizations
3.
List the
three competencies of leadership
4.
Discuss the
theories of behavior
5.
Define
motivational-hygiene theory, Hawthorne Studies and theory X and Y
6.
Demonstrate
an understanding of the different schools of organizational theory
7.
List and
demonstrate an understanding of the different situational approaches to
leadership
8.
List and
explain the determinants of organizational effectiveness
9.
Discuss the
interaction of a leader’s style and expectations
10.
Explain
position power, personal power and additional bases of power
11.
Explain
how readiness can be changed through behavior modification
12.
Demonstrate an understanding of constructive discipline
13.
Explain
how to build effective relationships
14.
List the
dominant values in today’s workforce
15.
List and
display an understanding of communication models
16.
Explain
how to effectively lead teams
17.
List the
four different decision making styles
18.
Discuss
the methods of planning and implementing change
19.
List the
seven phases leadership can utilize to achieve quality
20.
Describe
organizational transformation and transformational leaders
21.
Describe
the relationship between satisfaction and productivity
22.
Describe
the ways in which emotions influence behavior
23.
Clarify
how culture affects work relationships
Course Learning Outcomes and Objectives
After successfully completing this class students will be able to:
Define the term organizational behavior (OB) and describe the major
characteristics in the field of OB
Discuss the theories of behavior
Describe the relationship between satisfaction and productivity
Describe ways in which emotions influence work-related behavior
List and explain the different situational approaches to leadership
Explain why people join groups
Contrast teams with groups
Clarify how culture is transmitted to employees
Online Course
Requirements
Online courses taken at Barstow College require the following minimum
requirements.
An Internet browser to access web pages. Netscape 3.0, Internet Explorer 3.0
or the equivalent is the minimum.
An Internet
Service Provider or access to the Barstow College computer labs.
Your own email account to receive and submit class materials and assignments.
Good time management skills.
The ability to create and submit college level written materials.
What are the online course requirements at Barstow College?
Critical Thinking Tasks and Assignments
Students are assigned management case studies which involve their analysis of
data and events leading to their reasoning and coming to conclusions. These case
studies will give students practice in applying what is taught in the course
textbook and instructor's lectures to solve management problems.
Students will answer essay style questions related to each lecture.
Course Completion Requirements
Read the weekly assigned readings and lectures.
Complete ten chapter questions assigned.
Complete all assigned quizzes.
Complete five case studies.
Complete a midterm and final exam. (See "Midterm and Final Exam" Section below)
Participate in the discussion board a minimum of twice weekly.
All students are expected to participate in class by submitting assignments
and sharing in the discussion board. Failure to participate can result in an
"F" in the course. Remember that it is the student's responsibility to drop this
class if they choose to stop participating. Failure to drop the course could
result in a grade of "F" for the course.
What are the course requirements?
Grading
Final grades will be calculated as follows:
|
Assignment |
Points Each |
Number of Assignments |
Total Point Value |
|
Term Paper |
35 |
1 (2 parts) |
35 |
|
Chapter Questions/Exercises |
10 |
14 |
140 |
|
Quizzes |
25 |
14 |
350 |
|
Class participation |
5-15 |
10 |
125 |
|
Midterm Exam |
150 |
1 |
150 |
|
Final Exam |
200 |
1 |
200 |
The following grading scale will be used:
|
A |
900 - 1000 |
|
B |
800 - 899 |
|
C |
700 - 799 |
|
D |
600 - 699 |
|
F |
0 - 599 |
There are four extra credit assignments in this class. Each assignment is worth ten points for a
possibility of forty extra credit points. No additional extra credit
assignments will be given.
All assignments must be submitted in order to satisfactorily
complete the requirements of this course. Any assignment that is not turned in
by the end of the course will receive a grade of "F".
What grading standard is used for assignments?
An assignment is considered late if it is not turned in by
midnight of the scheduled due date. All late assignments will be reduced by ten
percent. Any assignment turned in over fourteen days past its due date
will not receive credit.
The final exam will be given at Barstow College or via an
instructor-approved proctor. (See "Midterm and Final" Section below). Both the
midterm and final exams must be taken in the week they are assigned in order to
receive credit. The final exam must be completed by the last day of class.
Grading Criteria
I have provided Grading Criteria sheets so that students know what to expect when completing assignments. These criteria sheets provide my grading guidelines and the point value I give each guideline. Students are expected to print out these Grading Criteria sheets and use them when completing their assignments.
The link for the grading criteria sheets can be found on our class homepage.
How will students know what criteria I will use to grade their assignments?
Assignment Guidelines
Case Analysis: There are a total of 5 Case Analyses
to complete during this course. These analyses are worth a total of 100 points
and are based on both the textbook and online lectures. Please proofread your
analysis before submitting it. Since this is a college course, I do expect college level
writing. Each case analysis should be long enough to show that you understand the concepts of the case. I will not grade based on length, but rather I will grade based on content. Experience has shown me that often answers that are brief and to the point demonstrate the best understanding.
What are the assignment guidelines for the case analyses in this
course?
Chapter Exercises: There are a total of 10 chapter exercises
to complete during this course. These exercises are worth a total of 100 points.
What are the assignment guidelines for the Chapter Exercises in this
course?
Discussion Board: Students are expected to post an answer to
a discussion board question for each lecture and respond to the postings of two
other students. Answers must be posted to discussion board questions in the week indicated on the Assignment Schedule in order to receive
credit. Proper netiquette is expected in all discussion board postings and a
lack of it could result in a grade of "F" for the posting assignment. Late postings to the discussion board will not receive credit.
What are the discussion board guidelines for this course?
Quizzes: Students will be assigned a total of fourteen quizzes in this course.
These quizzes are based on the fourteen chapters and online lectures. The quizzes are worth a total of
350 points.
Quizzes can only be submitted one time for a grade. Additional submissions will not be
counted in your course grade.
What are the quiz guidelines for this course?
Extra Credit Assignments: Students will have the opportunity to
complete four extra credit assignments in this course. Each assignment is worth
ten points for a total value of forty points. Points will be deducted for answers that demonstrate a lack of knowledge in the topic being covered.
What are the extra credit guidelines for this course?
Grade Book
I will begin grading assignments on the day following their due date and all students will
receive their grade via our discussion board grade book. I will post grades within a week following their assignment due date. Only assignments received by that week's lesson due date will be in the grade book. Late assignments will not show up in the
grade book until the following week. I will also post an assignment analysis to the discussion board the day I post grades so you will be able to determine why you may have missed points on
certain assignments. You can find this analysis under the Instructor's
Postings link. Assignments over fourteen days late will not receive a grade or
credit. In order for me to post your grades you must provide me with a unique fictitious name. I will not post your grades if you do not provide me with a fictitious name due to student confidentiality.
What is the fictitious name you would like me to use to post your grades to our discussion board grade book?
Academic Honesty
Claiming as your own a paper, report, article, outline, or an
other assignment that, in whole or part was prepared by someone other than yourself is plagiarism. All material quoted from publications, interviews, the Internet, or any other source MUST be
referenced.
1. You must do your own work. All assignments, including papers, tests, quizzes, etc., MUST be your own work in your own words.
2. When "borrowing" ideas from another source ALWAYS give credit to the author of the idea. If you include information that is not your own original idea you MUST cite the reference.
Claiming work as your own that is not yours is plagiarism. Plagiarism will result in failure of the course.
What is plagiarism and what are its consequences?
Methods of Instruction
Online lectures
Discussion Board
Individual Instruction
Chapter Readings
Students should read each chapter assigned along with the
instructor's lectures.
On-line Office Hour
I will be available during my online office hour.
This hour is:
Mon, Wed, and Fri from 3 to 5 p.m. PST
Our class office hour is a time when you can call me to get
answers to your questions. Call me at (760)217-4589. You will be able to get immediate answers to your questions during this time.
Perferred Contact Methods
Email: Since this is an online course, I do
except the majority of communication to be online. You can email me at any time. I check my email twice a day, except
on Sundays and Holidays.
Text Messaging:
Due to my position, I am in meetings frequently. Hence, if you need
to contact me for an immediate answer the best method is to text me at
760-217-4589. Even if I am in a meeting I can promptly reply to a text
message, but cannot answer my cell. Hence, you are likely to get an answer
quicker if you text me.
FAQ Discussion Thread: In the Frequently Asked Questions
thread, I have posted questions that I find students frequently ask. Check
here before posting a question, emailing me, or texting me. If you question
is already answered on this thread, you will be able to get your answer
right away and not have to wait for a response.
Discussion Board: You can post questions on the
designated thread on our discussion board. Please Note: If you need an immediate
answer, don't post here. Text me instead. OR if your question is of a personal
nature don't post here. Every student in our class can read what you post.
Please check the questions thread regularly. You may be able
to answer a question for a fellow student and I always look at such
assistance favorable.
What are your instructor's online office hours?
Midterm and Final Exam
There is a midterm and final exam for this class. The midterm
and final exam consist of multiple-choice questions.
The exams are based on both the online lectures and textbook chapters.
The midterm exam will be taken online. You may take the exam at home and do not require a proctor for the midterm.
Since you will be taking the midterm exam at home you will be able to use your
textbook and my lectures to complete the exam.
The final exam will be held on the Barstow College campus or via an instructor-approved proctor.
The time and date of the final exam meeting is on your assignment sheet for this
course.
If you cannot attend the exam meeting, you will need to find an instructor-approved proctor and site. An approved proctor can include a librarian or education officer. An approved site can include a library or an education center. The approved site will need access to the Internet. No exceptions can be made to this Barstow College policy. The final
exam will NOT be sent to anyone other than the approved proctor. If proctor arrangements need to be made they must be completed by the end of the second week of class. If you need a proctor click the proctor form button
on our class homepage and
complete the proctor form. No textbook or notes may be used for the final exam.
In the box below type: I have read, understand
and agree to abide by the proctor statement for this course. I further
understand that if I need a proctor I must arrange for one by the end of the
second week of class. I also understand that I need to fill out a proctor
form. In addition, I realize that filling out the proctor form does not
automatically mean the instructor approves my proctor. Finally, I understand
there will be no exceptions to the proctoring policy.
