Course Syllabus
HR 5003 - Theoretical Foundations
Faculty Contact Information
Instructor Bio
Eric Sourie is Instructor and Coordinator of the Master of Human Resource Studies Degree at the University of Oklahoma. As Instructor and Coordinator, Eric coordinates all aspects of the degree; teaches a variety of Human Resource courses; and serves as an advisor to students.
Prior to joining the Department of Human Relations as full-time faculty in 2015 (having served as an adjunct since 2007), Eric practiced Human Resources for ten years; serving in a variety of capacities across the HR gamut at both the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma City University respectively.
As a committed HR professional, Eric is a member of various professional associations including the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR), where he served on the Oklahoma state board from 2008-2014. As a member of the CUPA-HR Oklahoma board, he held the positions of director, president-elect, president, and past president.
Course Details
Course Prerequisites
Students must have graduate standing in the Human Relations program.
Course Materials
Required:
Required readings and videos are available on the Required Resources page of each module.
- There are no required textbooks to purchase for this course.
Recommended (not required):
- Northouse, P. (2019). Leadership: Theory and Practice. Los Angeles, CA: Sage. ISBN: 9781506362311.
Grades
Breakdown
| Graded Assignments & Activities |
Description | Individual Points |
Total Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Assignments | Two papers | 2 papers × 30 points each | 60points |
| Participation | Weekly Synchronous Live Session meetings | 8 Live Sessions × 5 points each | 40 points |
| Discussion Board Participation/Hypothes.is Annotations | Asynchronous Discussion topics | 8 Discussions × 5 points each | 40 points |
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Total |
140 points |
Scale
| Percentage of Points | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 90–100% | A |
| 80–89% | B |
| 70–79% | C |
| 60–69% | D |
| Below 60% | F |
Keep track of your scores for the course through the Canvas grade book.
Course Components
Written Assignments
There are two written paper assignments for this course (30 points each). The paper assignments provide an evaluation of learning over the course content material that may not be adequately reflected in the standard format of an exam.
- The first written assignment will focus on management theory, leadership theory, and organizational theory.
Work is or will be a central part of life for the majority of us. Thus, it seems reasonable to assume that we have and/or will encounter several management and leadership styles that we will or will not appreciate to varying degrees. But what is it about these approaches that tickle our fancy or make us downright unengaged at work? These and other questions are at the focus of our first written research assignment. Based on your own research and reading and analysis of various management, leadership, and organizational theory, write a 4–5-page paper examining your approach to management/leadership.
The purpose of this assignment is to help you think critically about your own leadership/management orientation; help you get grounded in management/leadership theory; develop your critical reading skill; and develop your writing competence.
Paper Guidelines are below
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- Make 10 major points in which you specify and prioritize your key principles for managing other people.
- Write in third person. While, this is expected to be your philosophy, do not write this paper in the first person. Present your ideas using the third person (e.g., “Effective managers should keep in mind the following ten principles of leadership…”). However, avoid referring to yourself (e.g., “the author believes…”). Imagine you are writing a scholarly paper to a professional audience, presenting your ideas with scholarly support.
- Do not simply list your principles. Again, imagine you are writing a scholarly paper. That means while you are “technically” listing and prioritizing your principles, this should not be a heavily bulleted or numbered document. Integrate your thoughts and principles.
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Due in Canvas, February 18, 2024, 11:59 pm
2. Second Written Assignment: Inclusive Leadership Literature Review
You are asked to submit a literature review centered on Inclusive Leadership. The purpose of the literature review is to explore literature more deeply around inclusive leadership. Second, this assignment gives us an opportunity to examine the role literature reviews play in research. Finally, we get to practice doing literature reviews. After engaging relevant literature on inclusive leadership, the expectation is that you will summarize and synthesize the literature you are consulting. Some questions to integrate into your review include: How does the literature inform your research question or problem? What themes, if any exist among the literature? What conclusions have you drawn from your review? How might the discussion on your question or problem continue based on what the literature does or does not say?
Literature Reviews should be 10-12 pages (not including cover and reference pages), written in APA format, 6th ed. or later. (30 points) Due in Canvas March 10, 2024, 11:59 p.m.
Participation
Each week, we will meet for Live Sessions online. Attendance/participation in the Live Session is highly encouraged and will be graded. There are two ways in which you can earn points for the Live Session:
- Participate Live: This option should be your preferred choice. When possible, you should attend and participate in the Live Sessions in real-time. To get credit for your attendance, type in the date and time of the session you attended by clicking on the red "Start Assignment" button at the top of the Live Session page. Your self-reported attendance log will be cross-checked against the attendance tracker in Zoom.
- Make-Up (Watch Recording-Submit Written Summary): In the event that your time zone, work or personal schedule makes it impossible for you to attend, you will need to review the recording of the Live Session and write a paragraph summarizing the Live Session from your perspective. Click on the "Start Assignment" button to type (or copy/paste) your paragraph into the text field. Don't worry if the system indicates your submission is late. You will have until Sunday at 11:59 p.m. Central to submit your paragraph summary.
Note: Be sure to utilize option 1 or 2 for each of the Live Sessions to receive full points. Regardless of when the session occurred, you must post your response based on option 1 or 2. Also note, option 2 should be reserved for emergencies. The expectation is that you will be available for the scheduled live session.
Hypothes.is Discussions
Hypothes.is Annotations- Hypothes.is is a way for us annotate documents together. The goals of the annotations are to encourage and incorporate community reading; help guide class discussion; develop critical reading competency; and hold us accountable for preparation. (Variable pts. 0-5).
Annotation Expectations:
We may utilize several annotation styles. Each assignment will clearly outline the annotation style desired. Your annotations will not be graded on whether you are “right” or “wrong”, but rather on the substance of your submission and the timing of it. Several resources exist to help you get comfortable with Hypothes.is. You can find them and the annotation rubric below.
Hypothes.is Resources
Tentative Course Schedule
| Week |
Topics |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Human Relations Approaches & Theories of the Human Relations Movement |
| Week 2 | Theories and Concepts of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion |
| Week 3 | Social Exchange Theory; Equity Theory |
| Week 4 | Organizational Justice Theory |
| Week 5 | Theories of Motivation |
| Week 6 | Conflict Theory & Negotiation |
| Week 7 | Relational Theory |
| Week 8 | Social Influence & Feminist Theory |
Course Policies
Communication Plan
I am available for meetings face to face (less so nowadays), phone, and zoom. Students desiring such a meeting should schedule an appointment via e-mail or phone. E-mail is the most effective and efficient mode of communication. I will make every attempt to reply no later than 48 hours from receipt.
If you need to email me, I normally respond to emails within 24 hours during the week, and within 48 hours on a weekend. If you email me over a weekend, holiday break, or semester break, there may be a longer response time.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. All official correspondence will be sent to email addresses registered in the university e-mail system unless an alternate address is initiated via e-mail correspondence.
Late Policy
All work is due on the due date. Late assignments (those without prior approval from the instructor) are subject to be penalized at least one letter grade once they are more than an hour late.
Grades
If you have questions about grades or your performance in this class, I am happy to meet with you in a Zoom conference. You may email your request to meet, and we can schedule a day and time to meet.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the most common form of academic misconduct at OU. There is basically no college-level assignment that can be satisfactorily completed by copying. OU's basic assumption about writing is that all written assignments show the student's own understanding in the student's own words. That means all writing assignments, in class or out, are assumed to be composed entirely of words generated (not simply found) by the student, except where words written by someone else are specifically marked as such with proper citation. Including other people's words in your paper is helpful when you do it honestly and correctly. When you don't, it's plagiarism.
For more information about plagiarism, watch this video and then take this short course offered by University Libraries.
University Academic Policies and Student Support
Land Acknowledgement
Long before the University of Oklahoma was established, the land on which the University now resides was the traditional home of the “Hasinais” Caddo Nation and “Kirikirʔi:s” Wichita & Affiliated Tribes.
We acknowledge this territory once also served as a hunting ground, trade exchange point, and migration route for the Apache, Comanche, Kiowa and Osage nations. Today, 39 tribal nations dwell in the state of Oklahoma as a result of settler and colonial policies that were designed to assimilate Native people.
The University of Oklahoma recognizes the historical connection our university has with its indigenous community. We acknowledge, honor and respect the diverse Indigenous peoples connected to this land. We fully recognize, support and advocate for the sovereign rights of all of Oklahoma’s 39 tribal nations. This acknowledgment is aligned with our university’s core value of creating a diverse and inclusive community. It is an institutional responsibility to recognize and acknowledge the people, culture and history that make up our entire OU Community.
Course Catalog
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Student Handbook
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Student Support Services
OU offers a variety of services to support students. For more information, please refer to the Student Support Module in your Orientation course.
Online Library
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Copyright Statement and Privacy Information
Sessions of this course may be recorded or live-streamed. These recordings are the intellectual property of the individual faculty member and may not be shared or reproduced without the explicit, written consent of the faculty member. In addition, the privacy rights of others such as students, guest lecturers, and providers of copyrighted material displayed in the recording may be of concern. Students may not share any course recordings with individuals not enrolled in the class or upload them to any other online environment.
Academic Integrity
As a member of the OU community, it is your responsibility to protect your educational investment by knowing and following the rules. The Student Code is available from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and is contained in the Student's Guide to Academic Integrity.
Academic honesty is incredibly important in this course. Cheating is strictly prohibited at the University of Oklahoma because it devalues the degree you are working hard to get. Should you know of someone else engaging in academic misconduct, please report it to your instructor or directly to the Office of Academic Integrity. Your instructor has a professional obligation to report academic misconduct.
In addition to the course conduct policies outlined by your professor in the Course Syllabus in the online classroom, please review the Graduate Student Handbook.
Religious Observance
It is the policy of the University to excuse the absences of students that result from religious observances and to reschedule examinations and additional required classwork that may fall on religious holidays, without penalty. [See Faculty Handbook 3.15.2].
Reasonable Accommodation for Disabilities
The Accessibility and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) is committed to supporting students with disabilities to ensure that they can enjoy equal access to all components of their education. This includes your academics, housing, and community events. Please review OU's Accessibility Policy.
If you are experiencing a disability or a mental/medical health condition that has a significant impact on one or more life functions, you can receive accommodations to provide equal access. Possible disabilities include but are not limited to learning disabilities, AD(H)D, mental health, and chronic health. Additionally, we support students with temporary medical conditions (broken wrist, shoulder surgery, etc.) and pregnancy.
To discuss potential accommodations, please contact the ADRC at 730 College Avenue, (phone) 405-325-3852, or adrc@ou.edu.
Title IX Resources
For any concerns regarding gender-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, stalking, or intimate partner violence, the University offers a variety of resources, including advocates on-call 24/7, counseling services, mutual no-contact orders, scheduling adjustments, and disciplinary sanctions against the perpetrator. To learn more or to report an incident, please contact the Institutional Equity Office (M-F, from 8-5, at 405-325-3546) or OU Advocates (available 24/7 at 405-615-0013).
Adjustments for Pregnancy/Childbirth-Related Issues
Should you need modifications or adjustments to your course requirements because of documented pregnancy-related or childbirth-related issues, please contact your instructor as soon as possible to discuss your options. Generally, modifications will be made where medically necessary and similar in scope to accommodations based on temporary disability. Learn more about the rights of pregnant and parenting students by consulting the FAQ sheets provided by the Institutional Equity Office.
Mental Health Support Services
If you are experiencing any mental health issues that are impacting your academic performance, counseling is available at the University Counseling Center (UCC). The Center is located on the second floor of the Goddard Health Center, at 620 Elm Rm. 201, Norman, OK 73019. To schedule an appointment, call 405-325-2911. For more information, please visit the University Counseling Center.
Final Exam Preparation Period
Pre-finals week will be defined as the seven calendar days before the first day of finals. Faculty may cover new course material throughout this week. For specific provisions of the policy please refer to OU's Final Exam Preparation Period policy.
Required Policies for Students On Campus
Emergency Protocol
During an emergency, there are official university procedures that will maximize your safety.
Severe Weather: If you receive an OU Alert to seek refuge or hear a tornado siren that signals severe weather:
- Look for severe weather refuge location maps located inside most OU buildings near the entrances
- Seek refuge inside a building. Do not leave one building to seek shelter in another building that you deem safer. If outside, get into the nearest building.
- Go to the building’s severe weather refuge location. If you do not know where that is, go to the lowest level possible and seek refuge in the innermost room. Avoid outside doors and windows.
- Get in, Get Down, Cover Up.
- Wait for official notice to resume normal activities.
Additional information about severe weather preparedness is available through the Department of Campus Safety's Emergency Management Division.
OU-Norman Campus: Tornado Refuge Protocol
Severe Weather Preparedness Video
Armed Subject/Campus Intruder
If you receive an OU Alert to shelter-in-place due to an active shooter or armed intruder situation or you hear what you perceive to be gunshots:
- Avoid: If you believe you can get out of the area without encountering the armed individual, move quickly towards the nearest building exit, move away from the building, and call 911.
- Deny: If you cannot flee, move to an area that can be locked or barricaded, turn off lights, silence devices, spread out, and formulate a plan of attack if the shooter enters the room.
- Defend: As a last resort fight to defend yourself. For more information, visit:
OU's Emergency Preparedness site
Shots Fire on Campus Procedure
Fire Alarm/General Emergency
If you receive an OU Alert that there is danger inside or near the building, or the fire alarm inside the building activates:
- Leave the building. Do not use the elevators.
- Know at least two building exits.
- Assist those who may need help.
- Proceed to the emergency assembly area.
- Once safely outside, Notify first responders of anyone who may still be inside the building due to mobility issues.
- Wait for official notice before attempting to re-enter the building.
Course Summary:
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