Question

DESCRIPTION TOTA POST Dear Students, Attached is the case study of Thelma Gonzalez. In this case study, I want you to tell me which motivation theory listed below you think best explains Thelma's motivation and why. • Herzberg's Hygiene Theory • J. Stacey Adam's Equity Theory • Job Characteristics Theory • Expectancy Theory (VIE or Valence, Instrumentality, Expectancy) • Goal-Setting Theory Case study - Thelma Gonzalez.doc

Answer 1

The case study of Thelma Gonzalez can be appropriately described with the help of the job characteristics theory. She is involved in various activities. She is so busy. She is in the field of education for a long time. Yet she wants to develop her skill.

According to this theory one's job is the main source of motivation to the individual. She is married and successfully serving family life. In spite of many hazards she thinks that she needs to continue her study to keep herself active with the change. She wants to increase her skill in her job.