VALUES, ASSUMPTION AND BELIEFS OF OD

A commitment to OD values means that practitioners direct attention toward humanistic values that respect people and as a result, do not focus on business goals of efficiency and effectiveness.

• TRUE

• FALSE

“People support what they help create” is a good summary of the OD value of:

• Groups and teams

• Participation and Involvement

• Authenticity and trust

• Growth, development and learning

Groups and teams foster a sense of community within an organization, promoting a culture of

(a)  

By emphasizing dialogue and collaboration in organizational development, companies can enhance all except?

• creativity

• valued

• productivity

• overall performance

Which of the following is an INACCURATE statement of OD values?

• Encouraging participation in organizational decisions.

• Seeing people as “in process.”

• Suppressing negativity, anger, and conflict.

• Seeking authenticity and openness.