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Role
Analysis Technique in organizational development intervention has been adapted
for use as an experiential learning activity in undergraduate or graduate
business school courses. The primary functions of RAT are assisting groups in
clarifying and understanding roles and role expectations in organizations so as
to better the definition of duties and responsibilities and reduce ambiguity
and stress and increase job satisfaction.
The Role Analysis Technique is suggested
for use in the initial session of courses in organizational behavior,
management principles and human resources management. In this activity the
terms role, role ambiguity and role conflict are introduced.
Benefits of RAT
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The significance of role ambiguity and
role conflict are understood by the students at the firsthand.
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The students have diminished anxiety and
stress about the course.
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They are able to learn about the nature of
the course and expectations of the instructor,
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The instructor may also learn something
about the values and level of satisfaction and articulateness of the students.