Posted: January 17th, 2022
I/O psychology
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- Evolution of I/O PsychologyI/O psychology has been evolving for many years in the United States and elsewhere. Multiple prominent theorists have been contributing to the evolution of this field; knowing the history of I/O psychology helps you to understand its current as well as its future direction.
For your initial discussion post, complete the following:
- Read Module 1.2, “The Past, Present, and Future of I-O Psychology,” in your Work in the 21st Century text.
Review the Industrial Versus Organizational Aspects of I/O Psychology chart (linked in Resources).
- Select a scholarly article from the Capella University Library on a seminal historical theorist and their impact on an I/O psychology topic that interests you.
- Describe the contribution of the historical theorist to the topic you chose.
- Analyze the growth of the I/O psychology specialization in recent years.
- What changes in the workplace have increased the importance of the I/O specialization?
- How might you expect it to change in the future, based on the current trends?
Cite the source in current APA format.
A minimum of 400 words for (1)
Scientific Foundations of I/O PsychologyI/O psychology is an evidence-based discipline. This means that on most projects, I/O psychologists will begin with data collection. Quantitative methods have been instrumental in selection, but selection is only one aspect of I/O psychology. In addition, the qualitative interview is used for both selection and placement. An I/O psychologist today must be familiar with quantitative and qualitative methods.
For this discussion post, address the following:
- Compare and contrast the methods of qualitative and quantitative research design.
- Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each.
- Provide one example each of how an I/O psychologist might use a qualitative and a quantitative design within an organization.
- Explain how scientific research is significant to various I/O practices and competencies.
A minimum of 400 words is required for this (2)
Requirements: 400 words each discussion
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