Groups may be both a boon (for example, they statistically outperform individuals) and a bane (for example, they take too long) of decision making. While they can systematically outperform individuals, groups are also prey to systematic bias and organizational skewing.
Consider the systematic decision-making processes of your own organization. Using the readings for this module, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, respond to the following:
- What are the group decision-making processes and structures in place at your current or with a previous employer that were designed to eliminate bias, create structure, and cultivate consistently better decisions?
- Were the processes successful? Why, or why not?
- How may the structure have facilitated organizational skewing?
Write your initial response in a minimum of 300 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
| Assignment 1 Grading Criteria | Maximum Points |
| Initial response:
· Was insightful, original, accurate, and timely. · Was substantive and demonstrated advanced understanding of concepts. · Compiled/synthesized theories and concepts drawn from a variety of sources to support statements and conclusions.
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16 |
| Discussion response and participation:
· Responded to a minimum of two peers in a timely manner. · Offered points of view supported by research. · Asked challenging questions that promoted the discussion. · Drew relationships between one or more points in the discussion.
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16 |
| Writing:
· Wrote in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner. · Responses were error free. · Information from sources, where applicable, was paraphrased appropriately and accurately cited.
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8 |
| Total: | 40 |
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