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Agrarian Society
Before the Industrial Revolution began workers were performing more simple tasks and the efforts of large numbers of workers did not need to be coordinated. -
Scientific Management
Frederick W. Taylor used time and motion studies to increase productivity and make work easier. Four main ideas help to increase the efficiency: One best way, worker strengths, principles explained, and cooperation. -
Monopolies
Competition drove out of business as titans of huge enterprises dominated industries. -
Decentralization
Decisions began to be made by managers at various levels of an organization instead of a few key decision makers. -
Hawthorne Studies
Studies on working conditions and productivity had interesting results. The "Hawthorne Effect" shows that workers become more productive when they are receiving attention. -
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Abraham Maslow was a psychologist who had a major contribution to the field of management. A pyramid shape demonstrates that if peoples basic needs are not met, they are unable to perform or be motivated in other areas of life. -
Deming's 14 Points
Maintaining high quality standards. The 14 points all bring up different ways to consider how to stay competitive, the importance of thinking with a present mindset, and even encouraging self improvement. -
Total Quality Management (TQM)
W. Edwards Deming used mathematics to help solve problems of quality control. TQM involves all employees in a process of improving quality and productivity in how they work. The approach strives to satisfy both customers and employees. -
Theory X and Theory Y
Professor Douglas McGregor puts a name to two management styles. Theory X basically states that people are lazy; they need strict rules and specific guidelines. Theory Y assumes that employees find satisfaction in their work and should be encouraged to be creative. -
Blended Learning
The Red Lion Area School District wants implementation of blended learning classroom structures and how teachers manage their students. At times in the classroom one will see individual work, collaborative work, and direct instruction.
