Discussion 1

Readings

Ch. 8: Public Employees - Rights and Responsibilities

Learning Objectives

1. Compare and contrast the fundamental differences in public sector versus private sector personnel administration and human resource management.

2. Examine the constitutional and legal dimensions of public sector human resource management.

3. Explore case law focused on the rights and responsibilities of public employees. 

Learning Material

· Read Chapter 8

· Review Chapter 8 Lecture

Ch. 9: Combating Historical Patterns of Discrimination

Learning Objectives

1. Explore the history of efforts to combat discrimination in public employment.

2. Identify and describe government programs designed to eliminate discriminatory practices in public employment.

3. Explore case law focused on discriminatory policies and practices in public sector employment.

Learning Materials

· Read Chapter 9

· Review Chapter 9 Lecture

· Read Harassment Information from U.S Equal Employment Opportunity Commission