Abstract
This research work is the Impact of appraisal method in the motivation of Local government employees in Abia state using Umunneochi Local government as a case study. The study examined the effects of appraisal method in the local government institutions in the state. The mostly considered a good setting method of a performance appraisal appropriate in Local government service. I also examined the effects of political influence and religious sentiments in performance appraisal exercise in employee’s motivation. The study recommends possible principle that should be adopted during appraisal of performance exercise in local government institutions.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title page
Certification ii
Dedication iii
Acknowledgement iv
Abstract v
Table of contents vi
CHAPTER ONE
1.0 Introduction 1
- Background of the study                           1
- Statement of problems                           5
- Objectives of the study                             6
- Research questions                                  7
- Significance of the study                           7
- Scope of the study                                  9
- Limitations of the study                           9
- Definition of terms                                  10
CHAPTER TWO
- Literature Review                                    12
- Introduction                                            12
- Meaning of performance appraisal              12
- Effective appraisal interview                      14
- The performance appraisal methods           18 Â
- Critisms of performance appraisal methods 19
- Factors that determine the choice of method      20
2.7 Factors That Determine the Choice of Method 22
References 26
CHAPTER THREE
- Research design and methodology                    27
- Introduction                                            27
- Research design                                     27
- Sources/methods of data collection                  28 Â
- Population and Sample size                       29
- Sampling technique                                  30
- Validity and reliability of measuring instrument 31
- Method of data analysis                                  32
CHAPTER FOUR
- Presentation and analysis of data               33
- Introduction                                            33
- Presentation of data                                 33
- Analysis of data                                       34
- Interpretation of result(s) Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 46
CHAPTER FIVE
- Summary, conclusion and recommendation 49
- Introduction                                            49
- Summary of Findings                               50
- Conclusion                                              51
- Recommendation                                     52
References 54
Appendix (ces)
Questionnaires
CHAPTER ONE
- INTRODUCTION
- BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
The need for suitable appraisal method in the motivation of employees of local government formed the basis of the study.
Any performance techniques that is in place in any local government determines the work force and productivity of the local government.
There are many methods or techniques of performance appraisal which are drawn below with emphasis in positive and negative effects of each on the employees performance.
Narrative descriptive method:
