Instructions:
The reflection paper is an opportunity for students to reflect and analyze current topics in human relations in the workplace in the light of course readings, materials, and their own experiences.
All the articles to choose from for the “Reflection Paper” are available under the Articles for Reflection Paper Folder below.
Template and Substantive Requirements: Use the bolded headings below as headings for your paper.
Your paper should contain the following:
Introduction: Give a brief overview of the paper and introduction to the article and topics listed below.
Body (Address ONE of the following – based on which article you select):
Emotional Intelligence: Review the article, “Trait Emotional Intelligence and Social Capital: The Emotionally Unintelligent may Occasionally be Better Off.” Reflect on the authors’ ideas about the relationship between social capital, interpersonal network relations, and trait emotional intelligence in the workplace. What implications do the authors’ findings have on human relations in the workplace? What significance do you see to those in Management and Human Resources in terms of employee training, professional development, and/or job satisfaction? What connections do you see between this article and the textbook ideas on emotional intelligence (i.e., does it align, offer different perspectives, dive deeper into understanding)? Explain your answers with supporting details from the article and textbook.
Motivation: Review the article, “Expecting More out of Expectancy Theory: History Urges Inclusion of the Social Context.” Reflect on the authors’ ideas about social context and culture used to increase employee motivation. What implications do the authors’ findings have on human relations in the workplace? What significance do you see to those in Management and Human Resources in terms of employee motivation, performance, and/or group relationships? What connections do you see between this article and the textbook ideas on employee motivation and group relationships (i.e., does it align, offer different perspectives, dive deeper into understanding)? Explain your answers with supporting details from the article and textbook.
Engagement and Job Satisfaction: Review the article, “Sustaining employee engagement and job satisfaction.” Reflect on the author’s ideas about employee engagement initiatives, job satisfaction, and organizational culture. What implications do the authors’ findings have on human relations in the workplace? What significance do you see to those in Management and Human Resources in terms of employee engagement and job satisfaction? What connections do you see between this article and the textbook ideas on employee engagement, job satisfaction, and organizational culture (i.e., does it align, offer different perspectives, dive deeper into understanding)? Explain your answers with supporting details from the article and textbook.
Conclusion: Reflect on the article. Briefly summarize what you learned from the article and how you might apply that knowledge to your future in the workplace. How might you apply the information from this article to your profession and/or future profession as a manager or HR personnel? Explain.
References (in APA format)
Technical and Grading Requirements:
3-4 pages double spaced, one-inch margin (excludes title page)
Full paragraphs; written in essay style. No bulleted lists.
A thorough response to each section listed above
Demonstrate understanding and application of course materials and concepts
Some unique thoughts and ideas
Proper spelling and grammar and sentence structure
APA Citation Style – make sure you cite your sources within the paper and at the end.
Submitted in .doc or .docx format.
Article Reflection Paper Citations:
Bozionelos, G., & Bozionelos, N. (2018). Trait emotional intelligence and social capital: The emotionally unintelligent may occasionally be better off. Personality and Individual Differences, 134, 348-351.
Lloyd, R., & Mertens, D. (2018). Expecting more out of expectancy theory: History urges inclusion of the social context. International Management Review, 14(1), 28-43.
Paul, K. (2016, Sept 1). Sustaining employee engagement and job satisfaction. Society for Human Resource Management. Retrieved from https://www.shrm.org/hr-today/trends-and-forecasting/special-reports-and-expert-views/pages/karen-paul.aspx
