From the examples below, select the one that best illustrates Chris Argyris' idea of Pattern A, soft behavior.
A) A supervisor meets with grade level teachers to describe the new reading series that has been adopted and to ask for additional ideas on implementation.
B) The math teachers are given the math achievement test data from last year and they are asked to devise methods to improve the scores.
C) The principal forms a faculty advisory committee to develop a school-wide discipline plan based on current research.
D) The principal meets with the food service staff to ask them to come up with better ways to more quickly move the students through the lines.
E) Both a and d

Question

From the examples below, select the one that best illustrates Chris Argyris' idea of Pattern A, soft behavior.
A) A supervisor meets with grade level teachers to describe the new reading series that has been adopted and to ask for additional ideas on implementation. 
B) The math teachers are given the math achievement test data from last year and they are asked to devise methods to improve the scores.
C) The principal forms a faculty advisory committee to develop a school-wide discipline plan based on current research.
D) The principal meets with the food service staff to ask them to come up with better ways to more quickly move the students through the lines.
E) Both a and d

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Pattern A, soft behavior, is characterized by open communication, problem-solving, and a focus on mutual learning. In option A, the supervisor is seeking input and ideas from the grade level teachers, which demonstrates open communication and problem-solving. Option B involves giving data to the math teachers to improve scores, which could potentially lead to blaming or defensiveness, and therefore does not exemplify soft behavior. Option C involves the principal forming a committee without providing the opportunity for open dialogue and problem-solving. Option D involves the principal asking for input but for a task that is not related to education or teaching. Option E is incorrect because option D does not exemplify soft behavior.

From the Examples Below, Select the One That Best Illustrates