Historical Background of I/O Psychology: Foundations and Evolution
The evolution of Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology from its early roots in the early 1900s to its impact during World War I and the interwar period. Key figures, events, and the emergence of I/O psychology as a distinct discipline are highlighted, shedding light on its relevance and applications in today's professional landscape.
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Chapter 1 The Historical Background of I/O Psychology Muchinsky 12 ed 1
Learning Objectives Explain how I/O psychology relates to the profession of psychology as a whole. Be able to identify the major fields of I/O psychology. Understand how and why psychologists are licensed. Learn the history of I/O psychology, including major people, events, and eras. Give the reasons for cross-cultural interest in I/O psychology. Understand the basis of humanitarian work psychology. 2
Industrial/Organizational Psychology Many areas of psychology besides clinical American Psychological Association (APA) 54 divisions Functions of the APA Division 14 - SIOP American Psychological Society (APS) Global presence of I/O psychology Two sides: Science and Practice Increasing level of recognition of I/O psychology in the general public 3
Fields of I/O Psychology Selection and Placement Training and Development Performance Management Organizational Effectiveness Quality of Work Life 4
Licensing of Psychologists Psychology: Regulates its own membership Is regulated by law in every state Controversy about licensing of I/O psychologists Not in clinical practice Different mandate than health care providers 5
The History of I/O Psychology The Early Years (1900-1916) Bryan and real skills (1904) Industrial engineers: improve efficiency Time and motion studies Founding Figures Walter Dill Scott Frederick W. Taylor Lillian Moller Gilbreth Hugo M nsterberg 6
The History of I/O Psychology World War I (1917-1918) Robert Yerkes and the Army Alpha and Beta Tests to screen recruits Journal of Applied Psychology 7
The History of I/O Psychology Between the Wars (1919-1940) Applied psychology emerged as a discipline Psychological research bureaus came into full bloom Walter Bingham at Carnegie Institute of Technology James Cattell founded the Psychological Corporation Hawthorne-Western Electric Studies/Harvard University Joint Venture Profound influence of Hawthorne studies on I/O psychology Revealed the complexity of human behavior 8
The History of I/O Psychology World War II (1941-1945) Selection and Placement tests Group ability testing (AGCT) Situational stress tests (OSS) Early situational tests: select, train pilots; measure attitude, morale Development of more employment tests in industry 9
The History of I/O Psychology Toward Specialization (1946-1963) Development of college and graduate programs in I/O psychology Creation of Division 14 of APA (1946) Sub-specialties crystallized 10
The History of I/O Psychology Government Intervention (1964-1993) Government scrutiny emerged as a second authority Civil Rights Act (Title VII) 1964 Regulation of testing, selection, and other employment decisions Uniform Employment Guidelines Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 Civil Rights Act 1991 Family and Medical Leave Act - 1993 I/O psychologists developed test (ASVAB) currently used for military selection 11
The History of I/O Psychology The Information Age (1994-Present) Internet accelerates change (information technology) Explosive growth in Internet websites Facebook, LinkedIn, and MySpace (social media) Google, eBay, Amazon (modern information-based companies) Advent of e-business and the virtual workplace Speed of delivery The concept of job begins to erode Telecommuting and virtual teams mean work is no longer a physical place 12
Overview of Field Duality of science and practice I/O psychologists develop selection and training system for TSA after 9/11 The Great Recession lasted for six quarters during 2008-2009 Lowered productivity Increased unemployment Decreased spending 13
Cross-Cultural I/O Psychology Global Issues Differences in time spent engaged in work Values differences Length of the work week Lazy vs. compulsive 14
Humanitarian Work Psychology Consistent with the need to promote good for mankind 15
Mandate of I/O Psychology Increase the fit between workforce and workplace during rapid change Help workforce balance work-family issues 16
