Case Analysis: Rick’s New Job Book Reference: Blanchard, P. N., & Thacker, J. W. (2019). Effective training: Systems, strategies, and practices (6th ed.). Chicago Business Press. Read the Ricks New Job case analysis at the end of Chapter 3 of the Blanchard and Thacker (2019) text. In a three-to-four-page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), respond to the following case questions: Explain why Rick was let go and how reinforcement theory applies to this situation. Evaluate Rosie and Walters reaction to Ricks computer in terms of resistance to change. Use the concepts in this chapter to explain how Rick might have approached the computer situation to gain acceptance. Discuss Ricks inability to fit in using social learning theory. Identify where breakdowns occurred.
