2024 Research and Publication Contributions
Cheating Better with ChatGPT: A Framework for Teaching Students When to Use ChatGPT and other Generative AI Bots
This paper describes a framework for teaching students when they should, or should not use generative AI such as ChatGPT. Generative AI has created a fundamental shift in how students can complete their class assignments, and other tasks such as building resumes and creating cover letters, and it is imperative to teach students when the use of generative AI is appropriate, and when it is not appropriate (e.g., cheating).
This framework helps educators understand when to use, or not use ChatGPT, and provides a way to teach students about the same. It has been found that using the framework in class generates interesting discussions about the use of generative AI.
Published: Information Systems Education Journal
University of Montana contributors: Professor of Management Information Systems and A. Warren & Betsy R. Wilcox Faculty Fellow, Dr. David Firth, Management Information Systems student Mason Derendinger, and Professor of Management Information Systems and Poe Family Distinguished Faculty Fellow, Dr. Jason Triche.
Effects of Trust, Public Engagement, Conflict, and Social Networks on Satisfaction with Ecological Restoration
In this study, social network theory and analysis (SNA), an emerging approach for understanding social dynamics in restoration projects, is used to examine the social connections, perceptions of project success, and attitudes of stakeholders involved in a river restoration project. The study shows that positive and negative social network ties have asymmetrical effects on stakeholders’ attitudes and satisfaction with project outcomes.
Trust ties positively influence perceptions of public engagement, while avoidance ties negatively influence satisfaction. Trust in leaders positively influences satisfaction and both public engagement and perceived conflict influence the development of that trust.
Published: Society & Natural Resources
University of Montana contributor: Poe Family Distinguished Faculty Fellow and Associate Professor in Management, Dr. Theresa Floyd, and Regents Professor Emerita of Marketing, Dr. Jakki Mohr.
The Changing Balance of Efficiency and Risk of Global Supply Chains
Improvements in technology combined with an openness to trade, cross border investment and free markets have allowed many firms to reduce labor and other costs by employing globally dispersed operations. Increased trade barriers, growing geopolitical concerns and supply disruptions caused by the pandemic are requiring a greater focus on supply chain and operational resiliency. Some managers are considering moving operations closer to their home markets, foregoing the cost economies and relationships built up over many years. The purpose of this paper is to argue that increases in technology such as artificial intelligence, strategic and operational planning and integrated business planning make it possible for many firms to continue to manage global supply chains and still have resiliency and efficiency.
Published: The Journal of International Business Disciplines
University of Montana contributors: Rudyard B. Goode Professor of Finance, Dr. Timothy Manuel and Professor of Management, Dr. Nader Shooshtari.
When Power and Expertise Collide, How Do Groups Decide?
This research examines outcomes associated with the misalignment of power and expertise. Using interactive groups, the research found it was specifically the combination of providing performance feedback and then assigning power to the worst member that led to negative outcomes, not merely that the worst performer held decision power. A follow-up study verified that veridical feedback improved people’s ability to identify expertise. Across two additional studies, it was found that known misalignment of decision power and performance decreased perceived fairness and expectations of success.
The research shows that when members know that power and expertise are misaligned, decision making and performance suffer.
Published: Small Group Research
University of Montana contributors: Assistant Professor of Management, Dr. Tyler Talbot.
Additional Research and Scholarly Work from the UM College of Business
| • | Published: Annals of the American Association of Geographers |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Poe Family Distinguished Faculty Fellow and Associate Professor in Management, Dr. Theresa Floyd, and Giuliani Family Faculty Fellow and Assistant Professor of Management, Dr. Peter Anzollitto. |
University business student place attachment during the pandemic
| • | Published: Journal of Research in Business Education |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Patrick & Judy McDonald Endowed Faculty Fellow and Associate Professor of Management Information Systems, Dr. Shawn Clouse, Professor of Management Information Systems and Poe Family Distinguished Faculty Fellow, Dr. Jason Triche, and Professor of Management Information Systems and A. Warren & Betsy R. Wilcox Faculty Fellow, Dr. David Firth. |
| • | Published: Information Systems Education Journal |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Professor of Management Information Systems and A. Warren & Betsy R. Wilcox Faculty Fellow, Dr. David Firth, and Professor of Management Information Systems and Poe Family Distinguished Faculty Fellow, Dr. Jason Triche. |
The role of sociopolitical workplace networks in involuntary employee turnover
| • | Published: Social Networks |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Poe Family Distinguished Faculty Fellow and Associate Professor in Management, Dr. Theresa Floyd. |
Social networks and transformative behaviors in a grassland social-ecological system
| • | Published: People and Nature |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Poe Family Distinguished Faculty Fellow and Associate Professor in Management, Dr. Theresa Floyd. |
| • | Published: Information Technology for Development |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems, Dr. Bryan Hammer. |
Tort Law - Chapter 44: Risk Management in Recreational Events
| • | Published: Safe at First |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Associate Professor of Management, Dr. Margaret Keiper. |
| • | Published: Journal of Advertising |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Associate Professor of Marketing, Dr. Jesse King. |
A Class Project to Increase Students’ Understanding of Fundamental Operations Management Concepts
| • | Published: Operations Management Education Review |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Pathlabs Faculty Fellow and Associate Professor of Marketing, Dr. Emily Plant, and Professor of Management Information Systems and Poe Family Distinguished Faculty Fellow, Dr. Jason Triche. |
| • | Published: Review of Financial Analysis |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Knick Family Faculty Fellow and Professor of Accounting, Dr. Isho Tama-Sweet. |
| • | Published: Business Strategy & Development |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Sprunk and Burnham Endowed Dean, Dr. Suzanne Tilleman. |
Teaching Tip: Enhancing Student’s Understanding of Enterprise Technologies Using Salesforce
| • | Published: Journal of Information Systems Education |
| • | University of Montana contributor: Professor of Management Information Systems and Poe Family Distinguished Faculty Fellow, Dr. Jason Triche. |