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Frequently Asked Questions

How long has this team been conducting research?

The team has been headed by Dr. Aiello for the past twenty five years. His leadership has extended to over three hundred members. Each of them has contributed to the research process. Click here for more information about past team members.

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What are some of the topics researched by this team?

As previously mentioned, there are so many aspects of I/O psychology that have yet to be studied in depth. Topics range from stress, health and the workplace, social interaction, even to Internet addiction. We are also looking at the possible effects of computers on human behavior. With thirty years of researching, we are constantly making breakthroughs.

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What are the studies now in progress?

We are currently conducting a study called "Play to Win" in which participants perform a mental arithmetic task. Click here to learn more about our research studies.

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How can I contact the group for more information?

For more information, please use the links on the left to answer any questions you may have about our research or I/O psychology. You may also visit Dr. Aiello's homepage at http://www.rci.rutgers.edu/~jraiello . If you still need further information, please email Dr. Aiello at jraiello@rci.rutgers.edu .

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Are there any published works related to your research? How can I acquire them?

There are many published works that are related to our areas of research. Click here to view a listing of selected topics. Dr. Aiello himself has also published over fifty studies. His works can be found in books as well as on the Internet. This is a listing of a few recent publications:

Aiello, J.R., & Kolb, K.J. (1995). Electronic performance monitoring: A risk factor for workplace stress. In S.L. Sauter & L. Murphy (Eds.), Organizational Risk Factors for Job Stress. Washington, D.C. : American Psychological Association, pp. 163-179.

Aiello, J.R., & Kolb, K.J. (1995). Electronic performance monitoring and social context: Impact on productivity and stress. Journal of Applied Psychology, 80 (3), 339-353.

Jussim, L., Yen, H., & Aiello, J.R. (1995). Self-consistency, self-enhancement, and accuracy in reactions to feedback. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 31, 322-356.

Kolb, K.J., & Aiello, J.R. (1996). The effects of electronic performance monitoring on stress: Locus of control as a moderator variable. Computers in Human Behavior, 12, 407-423.

Kolb, K.J., & Aiello, J.R. (1997). Computer-based performance monitoring and productivity in a multiple task environment. Journal of Business and Psychology, 12 (2), 189-204.

Glaser, D. N., Tatum, B. C., Nebeker, D. M., Sorenson, R. C., & Aiello, J. R. (1999). Workload and social support: Effects on performance and stress. Human Performance, 12(2), 155-176.

Douthitt, E.A., & Aiello, J.R. (2000). The impact of computer monitoring and negative affectivity on task performance and satisfaction. Best Paper Proceedings for the 2000 Annual Meeting of the Academy of Management, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Aiello, J.R., & Douthitt, E.A. ( 2001). Social facilitation theory from Triplett to electronic performance monitoring. Group Dynamics, 5(3), 163-180.

Douthitt, E.A., & Aiello, J.R. ( 2001). The role of participation and control in effects of computer monitoring on fairness perceptions, task satisfaction, and performance. Journal of Applied Psychology, 86(5), 867-874.

Click here to access these abstracts and a more complete listing of articles.

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Who are the current members of this research group?

Currently there are seventeen members in our research team. Click here to learn more about each of us.

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How can I join the group?

In order to join the group you need to contact Dr. Aiello at jraiello@rci.rutgers.edu and inform him of your interest. He will set up an appointment with you for an interview in which Dr. Aiello will inform you of expectations and responsibilities.

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What are the requirements/prerequisites for joining the research team?

There are officially no prerequisites. If you want to join the research team, you need to consult Dr. Aiello. He is the faculty head of the research team. He will provide you with any necessary special permission numbers for registration.

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What are some of the responsibilities of a research member?

As a member of the team, you would need to complete about 10 hours of work a week. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, recruiting for participants, supervising experiments, and performing literature searches. Click here to learn more about the responsibilities, requirements, and expectations of being a research member.

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How can I be an effective team member?

There are many responsibilities and qualities of being in this research group. Click here to learn how you can be an effective member.

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Would I receive credit for joining the team?

Research team members receive three credits per semester. Students will usually complete two semesters of research, which is a total of six credits.

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Do these research credits count towards a major/minor in psychology?

The Psychology Department at Rutgers University accepts up to 3 credits toward the major or minor. It fulfills one elective requirement. Click here to learn more about requirements for a major or minor in psychology. For more information about our psychology department, please visit www.psychology.rutgers.edu .

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What is I/O psychology?

Industrial/Organizational (I/O) psychology is the study of behavior concentrated in the workplace. An over-simplification of studied areas includes employees, employers, and their environment. I/O psychology, like all other types, is a dynamic field with many components. Click here to learn more about I/O psychology.

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What kinds of jobs can I get with a degree in I/O psychology?

Considering that I/O psychology is a fairly new field, there is much to learn. In addition to industries and organizations, there are also consulting firms. The possibilities of employment are great. Among others, there are possible research positions. There are also several government jobs for I/O psychologists. Click here to learn more about opportunities in this field.

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What is personality/social psychology?

Personality/social psychology is an area of study that specializes in learning how individuals differ in how they affect and are affected by other people and by their social and physical environments. The emphasis is on how people think, feel and act toward one another in society. Click here to learn more about social psychology and opportunities in this field.

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