Change Theory Kurt Lewin identified this theory in 1951 Change Theory Three phases that a change agent proceeds through to change a process Phases of Change Unfreezing Movement Refreezing ID: 586826
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Change TheorySlide2
Change Theory
Kurt Lewin identified
this theory in 1951Slide3
Change Theory
Three phases that a change agent proceeds through to change a processSlide4
Phases of Change
Unfreezing
Movement
RefreezingSlide5
Unfreezing
This will occur when the change agent has created a an environment of concern, anxiety or guiltSlide6
Unfreezing is the time that people are preparing for the changeSlide7
Moving
The change agent has identified, plans, and implements the process that will be used.
The driving forces > the restraining forcesSlide8
Moving is the time when the people have accepted the need for change and actually are engaged in implementing the changeSlide9
Refreezing
The change agents assist in establishing the change as the new status quoSlide10
Refreezing occurs when the new change is integrated into the system and becomes part of the new norm/cultureSlide11
Leadership/Managers Role in Change
View the change positively
Be actively engaged in the change
Assist staff in making the needed change in their workSlide12
Barriers to Change
Decreased resources
Lack of support
Resistance
Poor Communication
Pressure to complete the day to day workSlide13
Conflict due to Change
Conflict is seen as a negative but can become a positive when dealing with changeSlide14
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