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Froehlich, Dominik E.; Raemdonck, Isabel; Beausaert, Simon – Vocations and Learning, 2023
Two important and current trends in the domain of work are the aging workforce and the high and increasing requirement for work-related learning due to the rate of technological advancement and innovation. Together, they create a precarious situation, as many theories suggest a decline in motivation to learn as people age. This study investigates…
Descriptors: Learning Motivation, Aging (Individuals), Older Adults, Labor Force
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Baker, Chris; Power, Maria – Journal of Beliefs & Values, 2018
This paper analyses the role and impact of beliefs, values and worldviews (BVW) in the business and work-based environment, and how they are translated and negotiated in non-spiritual and non-sacred spaces. Based on pilot research with a cohort of English Roman Catholic employees and managers conducted within a retreat setting, and as part of a…
Descriptors: World Views, Work Environment, Catholics, Correlation
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Carkenord, David M. – Teaching of Psychology, 1996
Recounts an in-class group exercise where students individually rate 10 employee behaviors of a questionable ethical nature (use company car, call in sick). The students then calculate mean group ratings for each behavior and determine appropriate consequences for some of the actions. Includes statistical data and student responses. (MJP)
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Business, Business Education, Employee Attitudes
Lombana, Judy H.; Pratt, Phillip A. – 1978
This programmed text for self-study provides information on conflict resolution in the workplace. Part of a series of such texts, the book presents examples of familiar situations involving work-related conflicts. The text then discusses two possible answers and explains why one or the other is appropriate for conflict resolution. Through such…
Descriptors: Assertiveness, Conflict Resolution, Employee Attitudes, Employer Employee Relationship
Lombana, Judy H.; Pratt, Phillip A. – 1978
This programmed text for self-study provides information on assertive communication in business. Part of a series of such texts, the book presents examples of familiar work situations involving interpersonal problems. The text then discusses each of the answers and explains why one or the other is appropriate for communicating assertively. Some of…
Descriptors: Assertiveness, Business Education, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution
Maxey, Phyllis F. – 1983
One of a series of secondary level units on business issues, this packet focuses on the relationship between business and young employees. The packet contains a teacher's guide and a student activity section. Within the teacher's guide, an overview of activities, objectives, and time frame precedes summaries of five daily lesson plans. Also…
Descriptors: Business, Case Studies, Economics Education, Employee Attitudes