Assignment
CHECKLIST
• Header is required.
o Class BA 352
o Name (First and Last Name)
o Week and date(s) of observation
o Organization observed (DO NOT IDENTIFY BY NAME only by description: industry, size, stage of the business cycle, etc.)
• Each weekly submission is limited to 1 typewritten page (11pt. font Times Roman or Arial, single-spaced, 1-inch margins.)
• Limit your response to the questions of that week's study.
• Three background resources need to be cited (MLA citation style.)
• Observation period should range between 30 minutes and 1 hour.
• Spell and grammar check (consider peer review.)
• Submit via Canvas for evaluation by submission date.
• Also, bring a hardcopy to class (submission date) and be prepared to discuss.
FORMAT OF EACH SUBMISSION
I. Introduction
The introduction should describe the nature of the organization or setting where you are conducting the observation, what type of observations you have conducted, what your focus was when you observed, and the methods you used for collecting the data. Conclude your introduction with a statement about how the rest of the paper is organized.
II. Description of Observations in response to the weekly questions.
What -- describe what you observed.
Where -- provide background information about the setting of your observation.
When -- record factual data about the day and the beginning and ending time of each observation.
Who - Note the background and demographic information about the individuals being observed e.g., age, gender, ethnicity, and/or any other variables relevant to your study. Record who is doing what and saying what, as well as, who is not doing or saying what. If relevant, be sure to record who was missing from the observation.
Why -- Describe the reasons for selecting situations to observe. Note why something happened. Also, note why you may have included or excluded certain information.
III. References
List all sources that you consulted and obtained information from while writing your observation report. Be sure to write them in citation style.
HOW TO BEGIN
Select an organization to study in which you have easy access to and will be able to follow for the duration of the term. Complete the observation report with the intention of improving your understanding of key theoretical concepts through a method of careful and structured observation of and reflection about real-life practice.
Techniques to Record Your Observations
• Note Taking. This is the most commonly used and easiest method of recording your observations. Tips for taking notes include: organizing some shorthand symbols beforehand so that recording basic or repeated actions does not impede your ability to observe, using many small paragraphs, which reflect changes in activities, who is talking, etc., and, leaving space on the page so you can write down additional thoughts and ideas about what's being observed, any theoretical insights, and notes to yourself about may require further investigation.
Illustrations/Drawings. This is not an artistic endeavor but, rather, refers to the possible need, for example, to draw a map of the observation setting or illustrating objects in relation to people's behavior. This can also take the form of rough tables or graphs documenting the frequency and type of activities observed. These can be subsequently placed in a more readable format when you write your field report.
Examples of Things to Document While Observing
• Physical Setting. The characteristics of occupied space and the human use of the place where the observation(s) are being conducted.
• Objects and material culture. The presence, placement, and arrangement of objects that impact the behavior or actions of those being observed. If applicable, describe the cultural artifacts representing the beliefs--values, ideas, attitudes, and assumptions--used by the individuals you are observing.
• Use of language. Don't just observe but listen to what is being said, how is it being said, and, the tone of conversation among participants.
• Behavior cycles. This refers to documenting when and who performs what behavior or task and how often they occur. Record at which stage is this behavior occurring within the setting.
• The order in which events unfold. Note sequential patterns of behavior or the moment when actions or events take place and their significance.
• Expressive body movements. This would include things like body posture or facial expressions. Note that it may be relevant to also assess whether expressive body.
Job satisfaction is the feelings employees have about their jobs.
• What organizational values impact how employees or members feel about their jobs in your selected organization?
• Describe a situation you observed where mood and emotion have affected an employee's or member's sense of job satisfaction?
• What steps has the organization taken to assess or manage job satisfaction?
Stress is a psychological response to demands that tax or exceed an individual's capacity or resources.
• What behaviors have you observed indicate individual employees or members are coping with stress in the environment?
• How is stress affecting job performance and organizational commitment?
• What steps are the organization taking to manage employee or member stress?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
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