DISCUSSION #1

How does perception impact behavior in the workplace? It is recommended to discuss elements of personality, diversity, etc. in the workplace, as it relates to impact of perception. Please provide 1-2 examples to support your viewpoints that other learners will be able to assess and debate within our weekly discussion forum.

DISCUSSION #2

Assess attribution theory within the organization and describe how you have applied attribution theory in the workplace. Please provide 1-2 examples to support your viewpoints that other learners will be able to assess and debate within our weekly discussion forum.
If you have not applied attribution theory, you may locate an article that discusses attribution theory in practice at an organization.

Discussion "Criminal History"

• It is clear that background checks are critical if employers want to avoid potential liability for negligent hiring, and potential liability under this cause of action creates incentives for employers to avoid ex-convicts to forestall these claims.

• Do you think employers are reluctant to hire individuals with criminal records for this reason?

• Does this encourage recidivism?

• How-if at all-do you think this system should change?