Situational Approach, Contingency Theory (MS)

What is the Developmental Continuum?

Contingency Theory is a

• toothbrush-match theory

• Leader-match theory

• subordinate-match theory

• animal-match theory

What are the two steps to the Situational Approach?

To measure situations, which three variables are assessed?

(select all that apply)

• Leader-member relations

• Position power

• Task structure

• Leadership-structure

Do you think the prescribed leadership behaviors in the SLII model apply to all cultures? Why or why not?

How might the situational approach help or hurt your own leadership style? Why?

Low LPLs are effective in _______________.

High LPLs are effective in _____________.

Which leadership style includes a high level of encouragement with low levels of direction?

• Directing
• Supporting
• Delegating
• Coaching

The D3 (has moderate to high competence but low commitment) follower needs which type of leader?

• Supportive
• Directive
• Coaching
• Delegating