motivational analysis of organizations
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❚❘ SUPERVISORY ATTITUDES: THE X-Y SCALE<br />
The theory underlying this scale is explained briefly in the Supervisory Attitudes<br />
Lecturette, which follows Part II <strong>of</strong> the instrument. The intent is to use the X-Y Scale to<br />
introduce the McGregor theory by having the respondent think about his or her own<br />
style first.<br />
Five steps can be incorporated into the use <strong>of</strong> the X-Y Scale:<br />
1. Have trainees complete Part I <strong>of</strong> the scale.<br />
2. Give a brief lecturette on the Theory X-Theory Y formulation.<br />
3. Have trainees complete Part II.<br />
4. Score Part I and illustrate how trainees locate themselves on the scale using that<br />
score.<br />
5. Lead a discussion <strong>of</strong> the results, comparing discrepancies between selfperception<br />
and more specific data at Part I.<br />
The X-Y Scale was adapted from an instrument developed by Robert N. Ford <strong>of</strong> AT&T for in-house training <strong>of</strong> supervisors. Ten items<br />
were taken from the longer instrument, and the selection was based on their application to a wide variety <strong>of</strong> training enterprises.<br />
The Pfeiffer Library Volume 19, 2nd Edition. Copyright © 1998 Jossey-Bass/Pfeiffer ❚❘ 173
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