An Action Research Paradigm for Increasing Employee Involvement

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dc.contributor.authorPasmore, William
dc.contributor.authorFriedlander, Frank
dc.date.accessioned2024-11-19T05:19:42Z
dc.date.available2024-11-19T05:19:42Z
dc.date.issued1981-06
dc.descriptionThe article describes a case study of a participative action research project conducted in a rural electronics manufacturing plant. The research aimed to address a severe injury problem caused by repetitive tasks, which had persisted for several years despite traditional interventions. The study underscores the potential of participative methods to transform labor-management relations, improve employee morale, and address organizational challenges effectively.
dc.description.abstractThis study explores the use of a participative action research method to enhance employee involvement in organizational problem-solving. Traditional organizational research methods often reinforce hierarchical structures, limiting the role of employees. By contrast, action research empowers employees through collaboration, sharing of knowledge, and joint problem-solving, fostering trust and equitable relationships. The article illustrates the application of this approach in a manufacturing plant addressing a stress-related injury problem, highlighting the benefits for organizational functioning and labor-management dynamics.
dc.identifier.citationPasmore, W., & Friedlander, F. (1981). An action research paradigm for increasing employee involvement. Prepared for publication in Administrative Science Quarterly. Case Western Reserve University.
dc.identifier.urihttp://192.9.200.215:4000/handle/123456789/197
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherCase Western Reserve University
dc.subjectAction Research
dc.subjectEmployee Involvement
dc.subjectOrganizational Development
dc.subjectLabor-Management Relations
dc.subjectParticipatory Research
dc.titleAn Action Research Paradigm for Increasing Employee Involvement
dc.title.alternativePrepared for Publication in Administrative Science Quarterly
dc.typeArticle

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