Author Question: John, a new graduate, reviews the employee evaluation for his new position. The first section ... (Read 48 times)

mynx · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

John, a new graduate, reviews the employee evaluation for his new position. The first section requires that he list his own specific objectives to be accomplished. This is an example of:

a. The traditional rating scale.
b. Learning goals, or management by objectives.
c. A forced distribution scale.
d. A behavior-anchored rating scale.

Question 2

The nurse manager schedules evaluations of staff members using a newly developed performance appraisal tool. The development of a performance appraisal tool should include:

a. Organizational mission, philosophy, and position requirements.
b. A generalized overview of the duties of a position.
c. A skills checklist and accreditation requirements.
d. An ordinal scale that ranks all employees.

atrochim · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
In management by objectives, the employer and the employee jointly establish clear and measurable objectives for the next performance period.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Performance appraisal tools and processes should reflect the organizational mission and philosophy, as well as position requirements.