Leadership+Theories

In this activity you will explore the work of one of the leadership or motivation theorists listed below. Motivation theorists are included in this activity, because leaders must consider issues of motivation, especially as they guide staff through the change process.

To gain an understanding of a variety of theories, you will become an “expert” on one theorist and share your knowledge with your team. Then, you will learn about other theorists from teammates and comment on what they presented. The qeb sites and other content listed in the chart can help you get started.

|| (download reading on right) [|Professional Biography] || [|Michelle] || The 14 Points of Edwards Deming (download reading on right) ||  || [|Maslow Biography] || [|Charrai] ||
 * **Theorist** || **Resources** ||  ||
 * Frederick Herzberg || [|Herzberg Motivation Theory] || Lisette
 * Douglas McGregor || [|Theory X and Theory Y] ||  ||
 * Stephen Covey || Stephen Covey: Eight Characteristics of Principle-Centered Leaders
 * Peter Senge || [|Senge's Learning Organizations] || [|Kathy] ||
 * Edwards Deming || [|Who is Dr. Edwards Deming]
 * Hackman & Oldham || [|Hackman and Oldham: Motivation] ||  ||
 * Abraham Maslow || [|Maslow's Motivation Theory]
 * Chris Argyris || [|Theories of Action...organizational learning] ||  ||