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Work design: term for enriching job content for meaning and autonomy Definition focus: modifying work content to increase meaning and enjoyment by involving employees in planning, organisation, and control of their work. Choose the correct HRD term.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Job enrichment

Explanation:

Given
Intervention adds variety, autonomy, and responsibility by involving employees in planning, organising, and controlling their work.


Concept
Job enrichment deepens a job (vertical loading) to enhance motivation, meaning, and ownership.


Eliminations
• Job enlargement = horizontal addition of tasks; limited autonomy effects.
• Job rotation = movement across jobs for variety/skill; not necessarily more control.
• Job evaluation = valuing jobs for pay structures, not redesigning work content.


Final Answer
Job enrichment

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