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orientation  

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  • Orientation is a process in which an individual becomes familiarized with a new environment, a new group of people, and/or a new culture. Orientation provides an opportunity to set expectations for members of the group, reflect on the history of the organization, and review the shared values of those involved. [Source: Encyclopedia of Distributed Learning; Orientation]

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