Small Group, Teams, Intercultural Comm.
Organizational Theories and leadership styles
Workplace culture, technology, emotion
Argument & Persuasion
Units 1-6
100

This occurs when groups make poor or incorrect decisions in order to avoid conflict and maintain harmony.

Groupthink

100

The definition of this term is the exchange of information within organization and its stakeholders (internal or external)

Organizational Communication

100

This term refers to the way of conducting business or discourse in an organization.

Organizational Culture

100

What theory states that when we change people’s attitudes about things, they begin to think about the intent of their behavior, and ultimately, this can change their behavior.

Theory of Reasoned Action

100

`What does USP in the context of an elevator pitch stand for?

Unique Selling Proposition

200

In the context of conflict management, what does PUGSS stand for?

P: Describe the problem

U: Achieve understanding

G: Identify goals

S: Brainstorm possible solutions

S: Select the best solutions

200

Tim works in a nuclear plant and expects all of his employees to follow his rules to the T. What leadership style is he exercising?

Bureaucratic Leadership

200

Other than face to face, what is another example of rich media (according to media richness theory)?

Video conference

200

"Generally" is an example of what element in an argument?

Qualifier

200

"The second reason is..." is an example of which transition?

Coordinate

300

You have strong ________ communication tie with your neighbors. What goes in the blank?

Proximity

300

This theory states that an organization is a system comprised of many parts, and each part is dependent on one another for survival

Systems theory

300

What are the negative effects of burnout?

Frequently missed work days, decreased job satisfaction, decreased job performance, etc.

300

What is the term that refers to appealing to the needs, values, attitudes of audience using emotional (connotative) language?

Pathos

300

If you are giving instructions on how to bake a cake, what organizational pattern would be the most effective?

Chronological / temporal

400

What are the four dimensions in Deardorff's intercultural competence model?

Attitudes, Knowledge and Skills, Internal Outcomes, External Outcomes

400

A con of this leadership style is that it might take a long time for the leaders to make a decision because they tend to weigh inputs from all of their employees. What leadership style is this?

Democratic leadership

400

Asking a non Caucasian individual, "Where are you REALLY from?" is an example of what concept?

Micro-aggression

400

A sign that says "75% of previous guests who stayed in this hotel room reused towels to protect the environment" uses what persuasive tactic? 

Descriptive norms

400

Children holding hands is an example of what nonverbal communication concept?

Haptics

500

When Jess began the group project, she was enthusiastic and loved that she could explore new opportunities and build relationships. However, once the enthusiasm passed, she lost interest in the group work. Which of Belbin's (2010) nine team roles did Jess play?

Resource Investigator

500

You believe work process should be broken down into small subtasks to determine the most efficient method. You train your employees accordingly and believe they should be rewarded for improved productivity. Which of the 4 classical theories we went over in class are you identifying with the most?

Scientific Management Theory

500

George comes from a culture that has clear-cut organizational status and rank, and some members have greater resources and influence than others. What culture is he from?

High power distance culture

500

According to lecture, many insurance companies appeal to which element of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs in their advertisements?

Safety Needs

500

Is this apa citation for a book 100% accurate (assuming the information is correct)?

Wright, K. B., Sparks, L. & O’Hair, H. D. (2013). Health communication in the 21st century. West Sussex, UK: Wiley-Blackwell.

No. Book title should be italicized

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