Chelladurai's multi-dimensional model

Overview

Situational, leader and member characteristics, required, actual and preferred leader behaviour, performance and satisfaction as consequences, mismatches between behaviours, and the coach in a canoeing session.

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1. 1

   What does Chelladurai's multi-dimensional model of leadership explain?

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   Chelladurai's model explains how leadership affects a group's performance and satisfaction. Success depends on how well three types of leader behaviour match.

2. 2

   What are the three antecedents in Chelladurai's model?

   Model answer

   The antecedents are the situation, the leader's characteristics and the members' characteristics. The antecedents shape the behaviour that is required, shown and preferred.

3. 3

   What are situational characteristics in Chelladurai's model?

   Model answer

   Situational characteristics are features of the setting, such as the type of sport, danger and time. The size of the group is also a situational factor.

4. 4

   What are leader characteristics in Chelladurai's model?

   Model answer

   Leader characteristics are the leader's own qualities, such as personality, experience and expertise. The leader's favoured style is part of this.

5. 5

   What are member characteristics in Chelladurai's model?

   Model answer

   Member characteristics are features of the group, such as age, ability, gender and experience. The members' personalities also count.

6. 6

   Define required leader behaviour.

   Model answer

   Required behaviour is what the situation demands of the leader. A dangerous activity requires firm, safety-first instruction.

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