An experiential exercise for teaching theories of work motivation: using a game to teach equity and expectancy theories

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 119-132
Author(s):  
Jordon Swain ◽  
Kevin Kumlien ◽  
Andrew Bond
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Work Motivation ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Equity Theory ◽  
Expectancy Theory ◽  
Classroom Teaching ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Management And Leadership ◽  
Vroom's Expectancy Theory

Purpose This paper aims to provide an experiential exercise for management and leadership educators to use in the course of their teaching duties. Design/methodology/approach The approach of this classroom teaching method uses an experiential exercise to teach Adams’ equity theory and Vroom’s expectancy theory. Findings This experiential exercise has proven useful in teaching two major theories of motivation and is often cited as one of the more memorable classes students experience. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is an original experiential exercise for teaching the equity and expectancy theories of motivation.

Indian shopper motivation to use artificial intelligence

2019 ◽  
Vol 47 (3) ◽  
pp. 331-347 ◽  
Author(s):  
Komal Chopra
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Expectancy Theory ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Consumer Motivation ◽  
Young Consumers ◽  
Grounded Theory Approach ◽  
Theory Of Motivation ◽  
Vroom's Expectancy Theory ◽  
Expectancy Theory Of Motivation

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to understand motivation of young consumers to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as chatbots, voice assistants and augmented reality in shopping by generating Vroom’s expectancy theory of motivation using grounded theory approach.Design/methodology/approachGrounded theory approach has been used to develop the Vroom’s expectancy theory. Initially data were collected through participant interviews using theoretical sampling. These data were analyzed and coded using the three step process, i.e. open coding, axial coding and selective coding. The categories created during coding were integrated to generate Vroom’s expectancy theory of motivation.FindingsThe findings indicate that Vroom’s expectancy theory of motivation can be used to explain motivation of young consumers to use AI tools as an aid in taking shopping decisions. The motivation may be intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation or force choice motivation. Expectancy represents the ease of using the tools, instrumentality represents competence of tools in performing desired tasks while valence represents satisfaction, rewarding experience and trust in using of tools.Research limitations/implicationsThe findings of the study are based on grounded theory approach which is an inductive approach. Alternate research methodologies, both inductive and deductive, need to be employed to strengthen the external validity and generalize the results. The study is limited to shopping motives of young consumers in India. A comparison with other consumer motivational studies has not been done. Hence no claim is made regarding the advantage of Vroom’s theory over other motivational theories.Practical implicationsThe study has strong implications for retailers in developing countries which are seen as an emerging market for retail and have introduced AI tools in recent years. The Vroom’s expectancy theory will help retailers to understand consumer motivation in using AI tools or shopping.Originality/valueVroom’s expectancy theory to understand consumer motivation to use AI tools in shopping was generated using the grounded theory approach.

Strategic revenue analysis

2016 ◽  
Vol 32 (7) ◽  
pp. 32-34
Author(s):  
Chad Albrecht ◽  
Daniel Holland ◽  
Michael Peters
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Classroom Teaching ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Step Process ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose Strategic revenue analysis is something that the authors have used in our consulting and classroom teaching for many years, yet has never been formally developed nor written about by researchers and practitioners. Design/methodology/approach The authors outline the seven-step process behind strategic revenue analysis and provide numerous examples. Findings Organizations that discipline themselves and perform strategic revenue analysis almost always grow quicker than the competition, focus on high margin products and develop other types of discipline that make them more successful. Practical implications The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

scholarly journals Examining the side effects of organizational Internet monitoring on employees

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (6) ◽  
pp. 1613-1630 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hemin Jiang ◽  
Aggeliki Tsohou ◽  
Mikko Siponen ◽  
Ying Li
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Information Security ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Work Motivation ◽  
Internet Usage ◽  
Affective Organizational Commitment ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Employees Satisfaction ◽  
Security Incidents

PurposeInternet monitoring in organizations can be used to monitor risks associated with Internet usage and information systems in organizations, such as employees' cyberloafing behavior and information security incidents. Extant research has mainly discussed the effect of Internet monitoring in achieving the targeted goals (e.g. mitigating cyberloafing behavior and information security incidents), but little attention has been paid to the possible side effects of Internet monitoring. Drawing on affective events theory, the authors attempt to reveal that Internet monitoring may cause side effects on employees' Internet usage policy satisfaction, intrinsic work motivation and affective organizational commitment.Design/methodology/approachThe authors conducted a field experiment in a software development company. In total, 70 employees participated in the study. Mann–Whitney U test was employed to analyze the data.FindingsThe results suggest that Internet monitoring decreased employees' satisfaction with the Internet usage policy, intrinsic work motivation, as well as affective organizational commitment.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the literature by examining the side effects of Internet monitoring on employees. It also has implications for organizations to make appropriate decisions regarding whether to implement Internet monitoring.

Training supervisors in the unleashed power of positive psychology and social skills

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 36-38
Keyword(s):  
Social Skills ◽  
Positive Psychology ◽  
Organizational Climate ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Work Motivation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Team Members ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings This research paper concentrates on how resistance to organizational change displayed by employees can be diffused by training their supervisors in positive psychology and social skills. The results revealed that team members' work motivation and their perception of the organizational climate will become substantially elevated after their supervisors receive this training, in part since it strengthens the employee-supervisor relationship. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

scholarly journals Questioning: a path to student learning experience

2015 ◽  
Vol 57 (5) ◽  
pp. 474-491 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wilson Ozuem ◽  
Geoff Lancaster
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Classroom Teaching ◽  
Learning Situation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Specific Location ◽  
Knowledge And Beliefs ◽  
Life Issues ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate connections between questioning, learning, achievement and conscious knowledge and beliefs held by tutors and how these are applied in a teaching/learning situation. Design/methodology/approach – The design of this study involved the authors listening to, but not participating in, classroom teaching sessions followed by individual in-depth discussions with tutors and students to ascertain how best to advance learning and achievement. Findings – Responses generated from questioning and dialogue helps tutors realign their teaching in response to the needs of learners including comprehending life issues and solving problems. Tutors should consider “think-pair share strategy” in their delivery. Research limitations/implications – Research was limited to one specific location, the sample was self-selected and limited to tutors who volunteered to take part in the investigation. A greater number of experimental locations with 100 per cent participation would have enhanced the validity of the findings. Practical implications – Learners need to be motivated to ask questions and be encouraged to become involved in discussions. Questioning and dialogue provide a framework for sharing educational objectives with students and charting their progress and this can lead to a better framework for delivery and understanding. Social implications – If tutors can better realign their teaching in response to the needs of learners including comprehending life issues and solving problems then this can lead to a more focused learning experience. Originality/value – The work was based on empirical investigations of tutors and learners in group and individual situations and the findings have been reported.

Exploring students perspectives on learning by teaching

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 1221-1231
Author(s):  
Bianca Bergande ◽  
Erica Weilemann ◽  
Philipp Brune
Keyword(s):  
Systems Engineering ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Practical Implication ◽  
Qualitative Interviews ◽  
Web Engineering ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Learning By Teaching ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeThe perception of the learning-by-teaching method has been investigated in an Information Systems Engineering course to explore the critical factors for its perception and acceptance by students.Design/methodology/approachThe students' perception of the learning-by-teaching method in a course on Web Engineering is analyzed by qualitative interviews in this research paper.FindingsThe results indicate that it is considered beneficial as long as the students are motivated to participate in the setting, understand why they have to work out their own solution and feel enabled to meet the requirements.Practical implicationThis study provides valuable information what is critical for the success of this didactic method, including practical implications.Originality/valueThis study provides an in-depth case study and shows that a clear structure and additional sources through professionals and peers are vital for project-oriented group work in higher education.

scholarly journals Distinctly lonely: how loneliness at work varies by status in organizations

2022 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anthony Silard ◽  
Sarah Wright
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Meaningful Work ◽  
Organizational Management ◽  
Organizational Life ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Emotional Connection ◽  
Management Roles ◽  
Management And Leadership

Purpose This paper aims to study the differing pathways to loneliness in managers and their employees. Literature on emotions in organizational life, organizational management and leadership and loneliness are explored to develop and test hypotheses regarding the differential prototypical scripts that can be generative of loneliness in managers and employees. Design/methodology/approach A total of 28 managers and 235 employees from a horticultural company based in Mexico were surveyed, using measures of perceived connection quality, loneliness and meaningful work to test three hypotheses. Findings Data from 28 managers and 235 staff indicate that while loneliness scores do not significantly differ between managers and their subordinates, the predictors of loneliness differ between managers and employees, with emotional connection and mutuality predicting loneliness in employees but not in managers. Originality/value This paper adds specification to the literatures on workplace loneliness, the loneliness associated with management roles, emotions in organizational life and emotions and leadership. The findings are discussed in relation to the literature on manager-subordinate relationships.

The effect of occupational self-efficacy on work performance through intrinsic work motivation

2018 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. 186-201 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatih Çetin ◽  
Duysal Aşkun
Keyword(s):  
Intrinsic Motivation ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Work Performance ◽  
Work Motivation ◽  
Employee Motivation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Managerial Practices ◽  
And Performance

Purpose Today, organizations work hard to improve the motivation of their employees and related knowledge, skills and abilities to enhance work performance. Among many other variables, self-efficacy proved to have an influential role in work performance. The main purpose of the current study is to investigate the role of occupational self-efficacy on work performance through intrinsic motivation by using a longitudinal analysis. Design/methodology/approach Participants were 76 employees from diverse organizations operating in an organized industrial region in Turkey. Participants filled in a weekly questionnaire during ten consecutive weeks. Findings Results of multilevel analyses confirmed our hypotheses by showing that occupational self-efficacy and intrinsic motivation have a significant influential role over work performance, and intrinsic motivation serve as a partial mediator in this relationship. Originality/value The study findings also reveal important information for organizational and managerial practices to improve employee motivation and performance.

Larsen & Toubro strides out strategically on talent management

2015 ◽  
Vol 23 (6) ◽  
pp. 5-8
Author(s):  
Sunita Panda ◽  
Chandan Kumar Sahoo
Keyword(s):  
Leadership Development ◽  
Leadership Training ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Talent Management ◽  
Competitive Environment ◽  
Social Implications ◽  
Rural India ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Management And Leadership

Purpose – Describes how, in a highly competitive environment, Larsen & Toubro attracts and retains its talent in a strategic way. Design/methodology/approach – Researches the firm’s various talent-management and leadership-training strategies. Findings – Reveals that 360-degree talent management is necessary to empower employees and to develop leadership capacities. Practical implications – Presents a framework for talent management and leadership development in a manufacturing business which can be recast to suit different organizational set-ups. Social implications – Explains that the company recruits many of its workers from rural India. Employees are recruited for their potential as much as for their existing skills. Originality/value – Describes a new dimension of talent management being practiced and its success in a manufacturing business.

User expectancies for green products

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 281-301 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chen-Ju Lin ◽  
Hwang-Yeh Chen
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Expectancy Theory ◽  
Green Products ◽  
Social Image ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Internal Customers ◽  
Cognitive Framework ◽  
The Social ◽  
Do So

Purpose This study was commissioned by DA-AI Technology Co. Ltd. and used the outcome expectancy theory from the social cognitive framework and concept of planned behavior to structure an outside-inside user expectancy model. The purpose of this study is to identify the elements that influence internal customers to select green products. Design/methodology/approach The model reflected the outside expectancy of users regarding three aspects: perceived benefits, barriers and perceived corresponding value of green products as the stimulus of a user-perceptive process. The trained onsite interviewers collected 438 completed questionnaires focused on the volunteers of Tzu Chi as the main subjects of this study. Findings The volunteers emphasized the meaningfulness and superiority of products much more than they emphasized the enterprise image and brand image when they were trying to adopt green products. The volunteers did not express an unwillingness to adopt green products, even if they had to face the complexity of the products and pay an extra learning cost. Originality/value The volunteers would decrease the consumption of green products when the price was high and would increase their consumption when their ecological values encouraged them to do so. This consumptive value implies that green product adoption was perceived to enhance the social image, self-assessed value and bodily happiness of the users because their inside expectancies were fulfilled.

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