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Week 5 Class Discussion

Week 5 Class Discussion

Q Weekly Discussion Organizational Theory Directions: This week we covered different organizational theories that can help us better approach issues we will discover during our social work career. For this discussion, please fill in the following statement: After reviewing the organizational theories, the theory that resonates the most with me is ____________ because ______________. Please use your coursework, articles, and videos to help support your choice of theory. ________________________________________ Discussion Protocol: Your discussion response should fully address the discussion prompt and be supported by materials from the course and reading requirements. Additionally, your posts should be 2-3 paragraphs (approximately 250-300 words), be grammatically correct, and follow APA guidelines for references and style. Hidden Discussion: You will not be able to view other student's posts until after you have posted your original response. Peer Exchange: Please respond respectfully and thoroughly to at least two of your peers.

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After reviewing the organizational theories, the theory that resonates the most with me is Human Relations Theory because it focuses on relationships and what motivates people. According to Douglas McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y (2016) video, he examined how managers viewed employees at the time and saw that managers wanted to control people, which would not produce the best outcomes. McGregor believe that if people felt valued, believed in the purpose of their work, and were rewarded for their work they would complete work efficiently.