Field of industrial/organizational psychology
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Examine the fundamental concepts of the field of industrial/organizational psychology. In your response, be sure to address the following items:
a. Define industrial/organizational psychology.
b. Describe the evolution of the field of industrial/organizational psychology.
c. Explain the role of research and statistics in industrial/organizational psychology.
Please cite sources. (700 words or more)
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This solution examines the fundamental concepts of the field of industrial/organizational psychology. Supplemented with an article on the history of the field that expands on the discussion in the response.
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RESPONSE:
a. Define industrial/organizational psychology.
Industrial-organizational psychology or I-O psychology is defined as "the application of the concepts and methods of experimental, clinical, and social psychology to the workplace." (http://encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com/industrial-organizational+psychology). The Society of Organizational Psychology described industorial-organizational psychology as:
"the scientific study of the workplace. Rigor and methods of psychology are applied to issues of critical relevance to business, including talent management, coaching, assessment, selection, training, organizational development, performance, and work-life balance." ...
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