WorksheetsMeeting 5 - Organizational Communication
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
According to the text, what do values refer to in the context of organizational communication?
The number of employees in an organization
The physical environment of the workplace
The relative worth of qualities or objects
The financial status of an organization
What does 'value congruence' refer to?
The difference between personal and organizational goals
The diversity of opinions in an organization
The alignment of individual and organizational values
The financial benefits of shared values
What is the significance of ethical communication as defined by Josina M. Makau?
It emphasizes financial gain
It promotes individual choices in obtaining accurate information
It focuses solely on organizational efficiency
It discourages open dialogue
Which ethical theory evaluates actions based on the greatest good for the greatest number?
Deontological Ethics
Theory of Justice
Utilitarian Theory
Theory of Rights
What does 'self-esteem' refer to in the context of work values?
The financial status of the organization
The recognition of one's contributions
The ability to work independently
The level of education of employees
Which of the following is a destructive communication behavior mentioned in the text?
Active listening
Gossip
Team collaboration
Feedback
What is the role of values in organizational communication according to the text?
They have no impact on decision-making
They are solely for employee evaluation
They guide ethical behavior and decision-making
They are only relevant in marketing
What is one of the learning objectives for students in MSC 2105?
To develop marketing strategies
To explain how values affect communication
To analyze financial reports
To memorize communication theories
Which of the following is NOT a dimension of work values identified by Roger Howe and others?
Risk taking
Cultural awareness
Self-esteem
Locus of control
What is the primary ethical issue related to organizational communication mentioned in the text?
Financial performance
Market competition
Employee satisfaction
Privacy and voice
Which of the following is a recommended tip for effective communication?
Focusing solely on personal goals
Avoiding feedback
Listening actively
Ignoring differences of opinion
What is the importance of understanding individual values in an organization?
They are irrelevant to organizational success
They are only important for leadership roles
They help in aligning personal and organizational goals
They only affect marketing strategies
What does the text suggest about the relationship between ethics and communication?
Ethics only apply to external communication
Communication is more important than ethics
Ethics guide communication practices
They are unrelated
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'face-saving' in communication?
Avoiding conflict
Promoting transparency
Fostering competition
Encouraging open dialogue
What is the significance of cultural context in organizational communication?
It can lead to misunderstandings
It is only relevant in marketing
It simplifies communication
It has no impact on communication
