1. What is a performance appraisal? How do organizations benefit from using performance appraisals and why is this process so important?

2. Develop and explain a list of at least three best practices in structuring and executing a continuous performance appraisal process. Include how often a performance appraisal should occur.

3. Explain the following types of appraisals and give one advantage and one disadvantage of using each type of appraisal.

• Graphic rating scales
• 360-degree feedback
• In addition, explain which type of performance appraisal method you are most familiar with or have experience with (it does not have to be one of the methods listed above, but could be).