Name: Work in the 21st Century By Jeffrey M. Conte
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Work in the 21st Century: An Introduction to Industrial and Organizational Psychology by Jeffrey M. Conte

Now in its sixth edition, Work in the 21st Century: An Introduction to Industrial and Organizational Psychology by Jeffrey M. Conte and Frank J. Landy is the most current and engaging text for the industrial and organizational (I-O) psychology course. The text ties together themes and topics such as diversity, cognitive and physical abilities, personality, emotional intelligence, technology, multicultural dynamics, and evidence-based I-O psychology in a way that explores the rich and intriguing nature of the modern workplace. The sixth edition retains the 14-chapter format and the E-Text maintains a colorful design that brings I-O psychology to life, especially with the use of newsworthy color photographs.

Preface PART 1: FUNDAMENTALS Chapter 1: What Is Industrial and Organizational Psychology? Module 1.1 The Importance of I-O Psychology The Importance of Work in People's Lives What Is I-O Psychology? How This Course Can Help You The Importance of Understanding the Younger Worker Module 1.2 The Past, Present, and Future of I-O Psychology The Past: A Brief History of I-O Psychology The Present: The Demographics of I-O Psychologists The Future: The Challenges to I-O Psychology in the 21st Century A Personal View of the Future: Preparing for a Career in I-O Psychology Module 1.3 Multicultural and Cross-Cultural Issues in I-O Psychology The Multicultural Nature of Life in the 21st Century Theories of Cultural Influence Module 1.4 The Organization of This Book Themes Parts Resources Chapter 2: Research Methods and Statistics in I-O Psychology Module 2.1 Science and Research What Is Science? The Role of Science in Society Why Do I-O Psychologists Engage in Research? Research Design Methods of Data Collection Generalizability and Control in Research Ethical Behavior in I-O Psychology Module 2.2 Data Analysis Descriptive and Inferential Statistics Correlation and Regression Correlation and Causation Big Data Meta-Analysis Micro-, Macro-, and Meso-Research Module 2.3 Interpretation through Reliability and Validity Reliability Validity PART 2: INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY Chapter 3: Individual Differences and Assessment Module 3.1 An Introduction to Individual Differences Some Background Differential Psychology, Psychometrics, and I-O Psychology Identifying Individual Differences Varieties of Individual Differences Module 3.2 Human Attributes Abilities Cognitive Abilities Physical, Sensory, and Psychomotor Abilities Personality and Work Behavior Skills Knowledge Competencies Emotional Intelligence Module 3.3 Foundations of Assessment The Past and the Present of Testing What Is a Test? Administrative Test Categories Testing and Culture Module 3.4 Assessment Procedures Assessment Content versus Process Assessment Procedures: Content Tests of Physical Abilities Personality Emotional Intelligence Individual Assessment Interviews Assessment Centers Work Samples and Situational Judgment Tests Module 3.5 Special Topics in Assessment Incremental Validity Measuring Implicit Variables at Work Biographical Data Grades and Letters of Recommendation Minimum Qualifications Controversial Assessment Practices: Graphology and the Polygraph Drug and Alcohol Testing Computer-Based and Internet Assessment Chapter 4: Job Analysis and Performance Module 4.1 A Basic Model of Performance Campbell's Model of Job Performance Criterion Deficiency and Contamination Module 4.2 Extensions of the Basic Performance Model Task Performance versus Organizational Citizenship Behavior The Dark Side of Performance: Counterproductive Work Behaviors Adaptive Performance A Brief Recap Expert Performance Types of Performance Measures Module 4.3 Job Analysis: Fundamental Properties and Practices The Uses of Job Analysis Information Types of Job Analysis How Job Analysis Is Done Work Analysis Module 4.4 Job Analysis: Newer Developments Electronic Performance Monitoring as Part of a Job Analysis Cognitive Task Analysis Personality-Based Job Analysis A Summary of the Job Analysis Process Computer-Based Job Analysis O*NET Competency Modeling Module 4.5 Job Evaluation and the Law Job Evaluation The Concept of Comparable Worth Job Analysis and Employment Litigation Chapter 5: Performance Measurement Module 5.1 Basic Concepts in Performance Measurement Uses for Performance Information Module 5.2 Performance Rating-Substance Theories of Performance Rating Focus on Performance Ratings Rating Formats Employee Comparison Methods Module 5.3 Performance Rating-Process Rating Sources Rating Distortions Rater Training Reliability and Validity of Performance Ratings Module 5.4 The Social and Legal Context of Performance Evaluation The Motivation to Rate Goal Conflict Performance Feedback Performance Evaluation and Culture Performance Evaluation and the Law Chapter 6: Staffing Decisions Module 6.1 Conceptual Issues in Staffing An Introduction to the Staffing Process The Impact of Staffing Practices on Firm Performance Stakeholders in the Staffing Process Staffing from the International Perspective Module 6.2 Evaluation of Staffing Outcomes Validity Utility Fairness Module 6.3 Practical Issues in Staffing A Staffing Model Combining Information Deselection Number of Decisions to Be Made 21st-Century Staffing Module 6.4 Legal Issues in Staffing Decisions Charges of Employment Discrimination Employment Discrimination outside of the United States Theories of Discrimination Chapter 7: Training and Development Module 7.1 Foundations of Training and Learning Training, Learning, and Performance Training Needs Analysis The Learning Process in Training Learning Organizations Module 7.2 Content and Methods of Training Training Methods Training "Critical Thinking" Transfer of Training Module 7.3 Evaluating Training Programs Training Evaluation Training Criteria Utility Analysis Training Evaluation Designs Equal Employment Opportunity Issues in Training Module 7.4 Specialized Training Programs Management and Leadership Development Sexual Harassment Awareness Training Ethics Training Cross-Cultural Training PART 3: ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY Chapter 8: The Motivation to Work Module 8.1 An Introduction to Motivation The Central Position of Motivation in Psychology A Brief History of Motivation Theory in I-O Psychology Metaphors for Motivation The Meaning and Importance of Motivation in the Workplace Module 8.2 Classic Approaches to Motivational Theories Person-as-Machine Theories Person-as-Scientist Theories Module 8.3 Modern Approaches to Work Motivation Person-as-Intentional Approaches The Concept of Self-Efficacy in Modern Motivation Theory Common Themes in Modern Motivation Approaches A New Motivational Topic: The Entrepreneur Module 8.4 Practical Issues in Motivation Can Motivation Be Measured? Cross-Cultural Issues in Motivation Generational Differences and Work Motivation Motivational Interventions Chapter 9: Attitudes, Emotions, and Work Module 9.1 Work Attitudes The Experience of Emotion at Work Job Satisfaction: Some History The Measurement of Job Satisfaction The Concept of Commitment Organizational Identification Employee Engagement Module 9.2 Moods, Emotions, Attitudes, and Behavior Is Everybody Happy? Does It Matter If They Are? Satisfaction versus Mood versus Emotion Withdrawal Behaviors Module 9.3 Special Topics Related to Attitudes and Emotions Job Loss Telecommuting Work-Family Balance Psychological Contracts Job Embeddedness Job Crafting Work-Related Attitudes and Emotions from a Cross-Cultural Perspective Chapter 10: Stress and Worker Well-Being Module 10.1 The Problem of Stress Studying Workplace Stress What Is a Stressor? Common Stressors at Work Consequences of Stress Work Schedules Module 10.2 Theories of Stress Demand-Control Model Person-Environment Fit Model Individual Differences in Resistance to Stress Module 10.3 Reducing and Managing Stress Primary Prevention Strategies Secondary Prevention Strategies Tertiary Prevention Strategies Summary of Stress Intervention Strategies Module 10.4 Violence at Work Stress and Workplace Violence The "Typical" Violent Worker Theories of Workplace Violence A Special Type of Violence: Bullying What Can We Conclude about Workplace Violence? Chapter 11: Fairness, Justice, and Diversity in the Workplace Module 11.1 Justice and Fairness The Concept of Justice Justice, Fairness, and Trust Approaches to Organizational Justice Module 11.2 The Practical Implications of Justice Perceptions Performance Evaluation Applicant Reactions to Selection Procedures Affirmative Action Module 11.3 Diversity What Does Diversity Mean? The Dynamics of Diversity Chapter 12: Leadership in Organizations Module 12.1 The Concept of Leadership Some Conceptual Distinctions The Problem of Defining Leadership Outcomes Negative Leadership Outcomes: The Destructive Leader Leader versus Manager or Supervisor Leader Development versus Leadership Development The Motivation to Lead Module 12.2 Traditional Theories of Leadership The "Great Man" Theories The Trait Approach The Power Approach to Leadership The Behavioral Approach The University of Michigan Studies The Contingency Approach The Consequences of Participation: The Vroom-Yetton Model Module 12.3 New Approaches to Leadership Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Transformational Leadership Authentic Leadership The Charismatic Leader Module 12.4 Emerging Topics and Challenges in Leadership Research Leadership in a Changing Workplace Male and Female Leaders: Are They Different? Personality and Leadership Leadership and Neuroscience Cross-Cultural Studies of Leadership Leadership in a Diverse Environment Guidelines for Effective Leadership Chapter 13: Teams in Organizations Module 13.1 Types of Teams Groups and Teams: Definitions Types of Teams Module 13.2 Input-Process-Output Model of Team Effectiveness Team Inputs Team Processes Team Outputs Module 13.3 Special Issues in Teams Team Appraisal and Feedback Team Roles Team Development Team Training Cultural Issues in Teams Chapter 14: Organizational Theory, Dynamics, and Change Module 14.1 Conceptual and Theoretical Foundations of Organizations Organizations and People Organization as Integration Theories of Organization Module 14.2 Social Dynamics of Organizations Climate and Culture Climate and Culture from the Multicultural Perspective An Application of Culture and Climate: Safety Socialization and the Concept of Person-Organization (P-O) and Person-Job (P-J) Fit Module 14.3 Organizational Development and Change Organizational Change Examples of Large-Scale Organizational Change Initiatives Emerging Commonalities among Organizational Interventions Glossary References Name Index Subject Index

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Work in the 21st Century: An Introduction to Industrial and Organizational Psychology by Jeffrey M. Conte

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