Faculty Mentor Name
Erin Bowen
Format Preference
Poster
Abstract
Stepladder technique is intended to improve decision making in small groups by structuring the entry of group members, ensuring that each member contributes to the decision-making process. Previous research has employed the stepladder technique for intellective exercises of short duration. Here, we examined a more realistic application of the stepladder technique to a longitudinal project team engaged in a design/build/ test engineering program. Application of stepladder technique beyond a laboratory/one-time setting is a unique addition to the team performance research. Preliminary data indicates that the stepladder technique is effective in a longitudinal project more aligned to typical organization applications; constraints, covariates and mitigating issues will also be presented.
- POSTER PRESENTATION
- EAGLE PRIZE AWARD
Included in
Applied Behavior Analysis Commons, Cognition and Perception Commons, Industrial and Organizational Psychology Commons, Other Psychology Commons, Personality and Social Contexts Commons, Social Psychology Commons
Longitudinal Applications of Stepladder Technique for Enhancing Group Performance
Stepladder technique is intended to improve decision making in small groups by structuring the entry of group members, ensuring that each member contributes to the decision-making process. Previous research has employed the stepladder technique for intellective exercises of short duration. Here, we examined a more realistic application of the stepladder technique to a longitudinal project team engaged in a design/build/ test engineering program. Application of stepladder technique beyond a laboratory/one-time setting is a unique addition to the team performance research. Preliminary data indicates that the stepladder technique is effective in a longitudinal project more aligned to typical organization applications; constraints, covariates and mitigating issues will also be presented.
- POSTER PRESENTATION
- EAGLE PRIZE AWARD