Methods and Materials for Teaching Occupational Survival Skills. Authority and Responsibility.

This occupational skills instructional module on authority and responsibility is one of twelve making up a curriculum guide on the human aspects of working in organizations. The modules are designed for utilization at various educational levels ranging from high school to adult and continuing education, in either academic or vocational programs. This module is organized into nine sessions: (1) the meaning of authority and responsibility, (2) formal lines of authority, (3) the informal organization, (4) finding out your responsibilities and authority, (5) responsibilities--what employers expect, (6) handling responsibility, (7) responding to authority, (8) clarifying authority and responsibility--the rap session, and (9) authority, responsibility, and the changing roles of women. Each session is arranged according to the following components: topic; objective; skills emphasized (a listing of specific skills, e.g., knowledge of operating procedures, dependability); notes on the importance of the session topic; list of materials and equipment needed (a copy of each student worksheet, transparency and/or handout is included); activity (description of how to conduct activity); and follow-up (discussion questions or activities to assist students in summarizing or evaluating session topic). Teacher resources including the titles, sources, and descriptions of books, articles, and audiovisual aids conclude the module. A 16-item multiple choice test for use with this module is available in document CE 018 569. CE 018 556 describes the twelve modules and their development. (JH)