Thursday, December 11, 2008

THURSDAY 12/11

SR201
TODAY:
-We finished the group presentations with Germany & Spain.

HOMEWORK:
-The Industry Interview is due in class on Monday at 8:00 am sharp.

SR368
TODAY:
-We finished the semester project presentations.
-The semester project was due.

HOMEWORK:
-Exam #2 will be on Monday at 10:15 am.

MN321
TODAY:
-Class was cancelled due to weather.

HOMEWORK:
-Exam #2 will be on Monday at 1:00 pm.

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

WEDNESDAY 12/10

IC101
TODAY:
-We discussed the smester and your views of IC101.

HOMEWORK:
-Civic Engagement project due.
-Breakfast discussion: If you could change 1 thing about yourself, what would it be?

IC212
TODAY:
-We discussed TWIF Chapter 11: the rules to businesses surving in a flat world.

HOMEWORK:
-Semester paper due.
-Final quiz based on out TWIF Chapters 5 & 11 discussions.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

TUESDAY 12/09

SR201
TODAY:
-We continued with the group presentations. The Ireland & China group presented today.

HOMEWORK:
-Into The Wild blog post #5 is due before class on Thursday.

SR368
TODAY:
-We started the individual semester project presentations today.

HOMEWORK:
-Semester project due.
-We will finish the individual presentations.

MN321
TODAY:
-We finished the group presentations.

HOMEWORK:
-Final exam on Thursday.

STUDY GUIDE REVISION:
-Please take the following off of the study guide.

QUIZ 6
-2 dimensions of decision making styles.
-4 styles of decision making.
-4 types of work teams.

QUIZ 7
-Trends that make organizational conflict inevitable.
-Desired conflict outcomes.

QUIZ 8
-Evolution of power.
-Barriers to delegation.

QUIZ 9
-4 characteristics common to all organizations.

QUIZ 10
-Control Strategy, Escape Strategy, Symptom Management Strategy

MONDAY 12/09

IC101
TODAY:
-We discussed the "Impossible is Nothing" project. Here are links to the 2 videos we watched.
Everest Boys
Impossible is Nothing

HOMEWORK:
-Reaction Paper #2 is due on Wednesday.

IC212
TODAY:
-We discussed The World is Flat Chapter 5.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 11.

Friday, December 5, 2008

FRIDAY 12/5

IC101
TODAY:
-2nd to last brekfast in the cafe. The fruit punch was disappointing.

HOMEWORK:
-If you did not submit your Last Shot paper, it is due no later than 8:00am Monday.
-Reaction Paper #2 is due on Wednesday.
-Civic Engagement project is due on Friday.

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz #10.
-We discussed the flatteners & how the flattening of the world will affect you in your career. We will finish this discussion on Monday.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 5 in The World Is Flat.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

THURSDAY 12/4

SR201
TODAY:
-Into The Wild Blog Post #4 was due.
-Group presentations began. The Italy & Brazil groups presented.

HOMEWORK:
-The Ireland & China groups will present on Tuesday.
-Don't forget, your 360 evaluations are due on the day of your group's presentation.

SR368
TODAY:
-Quiz #9 based on Chapter 34.
-Final exam review game. I handed out study guides. If you were absent, you need to see me.

HOMEWORK:
-Smester project presentations begin on Tuesday at 9:25 sharp.

MN321
TODAY:
-Group presentations continued. Groups 1 & 6 presented.

HOMEWORK:
-We will finish group presentations on Tuesday with groups 3 & 4.
-Your group paper is due at 1:40 sharp. Don't forget to bring your work certification sheet.
-Final exam is next Thursday.

FINAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE:
QUIZ 6
-Define decision making.
-Be able to explain the 2 models of decision making.
-What are the 2 dimensions of decision making styles?
-What are the 4 styles of decision making?
-What are the 4 rules to brainstorming?
-What are the 4 types of work teams?

QUIZ 7
-Define conflict.
-Explain some trends that make organizational conflict inevitable.
-The 3 metaphors of conflict.
-Explain the difference between functional & dysfunctional conflict.
-Explain the desired conflict outcomes.
-Explain personality conflict & how managers can handle it.
-Explain intergroup conflict & what managers can do about it.
-Explain corss-cultural conflict & how management can moderate it.

QUIZ 8
-Soft influence tactics vs hard influence tactics.
-3 possible influence outcomes.
-5 bases of power.
-Define empowerment and evolution of power.
-Explain participative management & 4 roles employees play.
-Delegation & barriers to delegation.

QUIZ 9
-The leadership truths.
-Traits possessed by good leaders.
-Traits possessed by bad leaders.
-Difference between leadership & management.
-The 4 characteristics common to all organizations.

QUIZ 10
-According to studies, what is the #1 stressor for college students?
-According to studies, what is the #1 job stressor?
-What is eustress?
-What is distress?
-Explain Control Strategy, Escape Strategy, Symptom Management Strategy.

WEDNESDAY 12/3

IC101
TODAY:
-We finished our discussion of race issues & sport.
-We came up with an extension, kind of, for the Last Shot essay. Here is how it will work. You can hand the paper in on Friday (cafeteria), or you can hand it in on Monday (classroom). If you choose to take the extra weekend and hand it in on Monday, make sure it is your best work.

HOMEWORK:
-We are in the cafeteria on Friday. Our discussion question will be: If you were a college professor, what would be your teaching philosophy?

IC212
TODAY:
-We discussed your TWIF Chapter 1 homework assignment.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #9: Be able to answer the Chapter 1 homework questions and identify each of the 10 flatteners from Chapter 2.
-Chapter 2 homework: I assigned you each a flattener on Monday to discuss in class on Friday.

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

TUESDAY 12/2

SR201
TODAY:
-We finished watching Into The Wild.
-I handed out 360 evaluations that need to be completed and submitted on the day of your presentation. If you were absent, check your e-mail or come see me.

HOMEWORK:
-Group presentations begin on Thursday. Group 6 (Italy) & Group 5 (Brazil) present on Thursday.
-Into The Wild Blog Post #4 is due prior to class on Thursday.
-Into The Wild Blog Post #5 is due prior to class on Thursday 12/11.
-The Industry Interview is due in class at 8:00am on Monday 12/15. I will accept papers early.

SR368
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 34.
-We picked the presentation order for next week. The first presentation begins at 9:25 sharp.
Tuesday 12/9
1) Shona
2) Shannon
3) Shane
4) Matt L.
5) Rachel
6) Meg
7) Pat
8) Dave
Thursday 12/11
1) Matt S.
2) Andrew
3) Katie
4) Alisha
5) Chris
6) Kelly
7) Kevin
8) Daryl

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #9.
-Review your second half quizzes & notes for the midterm review.

MN321
TODAY:
-Group presentations began with groups 2 & 5.

HOMEWORK:
-Groups 1 & 6 will present.

Monday, December 1, 2008

MONDAY 12/1

IC101
TODAY:
-We discussed the schedule for the rest of the semester. Don't forget the Last Shot paper is due on Friday.
-We continued our discussion on race issues & sports.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the questions on the handout that goes along with the articles.

IC212
Here is an interesting interview with Thomas Friedman, the author of The World is Flat.
TODAY:
-We discussed the group presentations from before break, and what I will expect to see from your individual presentations on the final exam period.

HOMEWORK:
Due Wednesday.
GROUP 1: EXPLAIN THE 3 GREAT ERAS OF GLOBALIZATION
-WHAT IS THE TIME FRAME?
-WHO/WHAT WAS THE KEY AGENT OF CHANGE?
-WHAT WERE THE BIG QUESTIONS?
GROUP 2: OUTSOURCING
-HOW/WHY IS IT CONTIBUTING TO THE WORLD BECOMING FLAT?
-WHAT ARE “NIGHTHAWKS?”
GROUP 3: CALL CENTERS
-HOW/WHY ARE THEY CONTRIBUTING TO THE WORLD BECOMING FLAT?
-EXPLAIN THE MCDONALDS STORY
EVERYONE: PERSONAL IMPLICATIONS
-WHAT ARE THE IMPACTS OF THE FOLLOWING ON YOU AS A FUTURE EMPLOYEE & ON YOUR POTENTIAL CAREER INDUSTRY:
A) GLOBALIZATION 3.0 B) OUTSOURCING C) CALL CENTERS

Monday, November 24, 2008

MONDAY 11/24

IC101
TODAY:
-I handed out the Reaction Paper #2 outline.
-We discussed Reaction Paper #1.
-We began discussion of Unit 4: Race Issue of the sports & society section of class.

HOMEWORK:
-Read the race issues articles.
-Complete the Glory Road & Race Issues question handouts.
-The Last Shot Essay is due on Friday 12/5.

IC212
No Class.

Friday, November 21, 2008

FRIDAY 11/21

IC101
TODAY:
-We finished watching Glory Road.

HOMEWORK:
-Read the ESPN article & complete the Glory Road handout.

IC212
TODAY:
-We finished the group presentations.

HOMEWORK:
-Nice job with the presentations. No class on Monday. Enjoy Thanksgiving break!

THURSDAY 11/20

SR201
TODAY:
-We took Quiz #10.
-We discussed Murderball.

HOMEWORK:
-We will begin watching Into The Wild on Tuesday.
-Into the Wild Blog Post #3 is due before Tuesday's class.

SR368
TODAY:
-Group presentations continued.

HOMEWORK:
-The last group presentation will be on Tuesday.

MN321
TODAY:
-Quiz #10.
-We discussed the group project/presentation.

HOMEWORK:
-No Class on Tuesday.
-Group presentations start when we come back from break. Remember to bring in a copy of your PowerPoint slides and your Work Certification form.

Presentation Order:
-Tuesday 12/2: Group 2 & Group 5
-Thursday 12/4: Group 1 & Group 6
-Tuesday 12/9: Group 3 & Group 4

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

WEDNESDAY 11/19

IC101
TODAY:
-We continued watching Glory Road.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the Glory Road questions handout and read the ESPN artcile for Monday.

IC212
TODAY:
-Group 2 presentation.

HOMEWORK:
-Final group presentation.

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

TUESDAY 11/18

SR201
TODAY:
-We started watching Murderball.

HOMEWORK:
-Complete Chapter 14 study guide and Murderball questions.
-Quiz #10: Chapter 14, Into The Wild Chapter 18 & Epilogue, Murderball, Mark Zupan article.

SR368
TODAY:
-Group presentations continued.

HOMEWORK:
-Group presentations will continue.

MN321
TODAY:
-Chapter 18 discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #10.
-Group presentation work after quiz.

STUDY GUIDE:
-According to studies, what is the #1 stressor for college students?
-According to studies, what is the #1 job stressor?
-What is eustress?
-What is distress?
-Explain Control Strategy, Escape Strategy, Symptom Management Strategy.

MONDAY 11/17

IC101
TODAY:
-We started watching Glory Road.

HOMEWORK:
-Class registration begins on Tuesday for athletes & Wednesday for everyone else.

IC212
TODAY:
-Group presentations began.

HOMEWORK:
-Group presentations will continue.

Monday, November 17, 2008

FRIDAY 11/14

IC101
TODAY:
-Breakfast in the cafe discussion: If you could have 1 superpower what would it be and why?

HOMEWORK:
-We will begin watching Glory Road on Monday.

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz #9 & discussion of The Corporation Chapters 5 & 6.

HOMEWORK:
-Group presentations begin on Monday.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

THURSDAY 11/13

SR201
TODAY:
-Quiz #9.

HOMEWORK:
-Read Chapter 14 & the Mark Zupan article.

SR368
TODAY:
-Group presentations started.

HOMEWORK:
-Group presentations will continue.

MN321
TODAY:
-Quiz #9.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 18.
-Answer these questions:
1) What are the forces for change occuring for American universities.
2) What are the stressors in your life?
3) What will be the stressors affecting you at your first job?
4) How do you reduce stress in your life?

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

WEDNESDAY 11/12

IC101
TODAY:
-We finished our discussion about gender issues & sports.

HOMEWORK:
-Breakfast in the cafe on Friday. Be on time! Our discussion question is: If you could have 1 superpower what would it be & why?

IC212
TODAY:
-We discussed The Corporation Chapters 5 & 6. Our discussion focused on the reasons corproations market to children & the reasons why children hold so much purchase decision power today.

HOMEWORK:
-Finish The Corporation Chapters 5 & 6
-Quiz #9

STUDY GUIDE:
PowerPoint Notes
-Define The Nag Factor
-Corporations prey on children's well-being in a marketing concept known as "opportunity in devastation." What are the 4 most common areas that comprise "opportunity in devastation?"
-Define: Bare Necessities Parents, Kids Pals' Parents, Indulgers, Conflicted Parents
Chapter 5
-What is Edison Schools?
-What is the "toaster with pictures?"
-What is Channel One?
-What is "undercover marketing?"
Chapter 6
-Bakan says that improving the legitimacy, effectiveness, and accountability of government regulation is currently the best, or at least most realistic strategy for controlling the corporation. To do so, he offers 4 general prescriptions. What are they?

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

TUESDAY 11/12

SR201
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 12 which takes a look at how ethics plays a role in our leisure selction decision making.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #9: Textbook Chapters 12 & 13 and Into The Wild Chapters 16 & 17.
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 13.


STUDY GUIDE:
Chapter 12
-In regard to selecting leisure activities, what are the criteria for determining ethics?
-What are the 2 categories of obstacles to leisure fulfillment?
-What are the major internal obstacles to leisure fulfillment?
-Be able to identify the ways to increase norepinephrine levels through recreation.
Chapter 13
-Be able to identify the different stages of leisure in childhood.
-What are the 2 main reasons for gender inequality in leisure?
-What are the 2 primary functions that adolescent leisure serves?
-Leisure opportunities can help middle-aged adults answer what 2 questions?
-What 2 types of leisure activities do elders tend to participate in?
-What 2 types of recreational activities are the most beneficial to elders?


SR368
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapters 12 & 13 about security & volunteers.

HOMEWORK:
-Group presentations begin.

MN321
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 16 about leadership.

HOMEWORK:
-Read Chapter 17.
-Quiz #9.

STUDY GUIDE:
-The leadership truths.
-Traits possesed by good leaders.
-Traits possessed by bad leaders.
-Difference between leadership & management.
-Difference between male & female leaders.
-Transactional Leadership vs Transformational Leadership
-The 4 characteristics common to all organizations.

MONDAY 11/11

IC101
TODAY:
-We continued our gender issues discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-Review the 5 marketing tips discussed in the Scorecard" Ladies' Day article & be ready to discuss if you agree/disagree with them.

IC212
TODAY:
-Group meetings about the The World Is Flat group presentations.

HOMEWORK:
-The Corporation Chapter 5 discussion on Wednesday.
-The Corporation Chapter 6 discussion on Friday.
-Check out these youtube clips:
Basic Training
A Private Celebration

Monday, November 10, 2008

FRIDAY 11/7

IC101
TODAY:
-Roundtable discussion in the cafe: What is the 1 movie you can watch all day?

HOMEWORK:
-Reaction Paper #1 due on Monday.

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz #8

HOMEWORK:
-Group meetings on Monday.
-The Corporation Chapter 5 on Wednesday.
-The Corporation Chapter 6 on Friday.

THURSDAY 11/6

SR201
TODAY:
-Quiz #8
-We discussed Chapter 11

HOMEWORK:
-Chapter 12 on Tuesday
-Chapter 13 on Thursday
-For Tuesday: What are 3 things you would put on your "bucket list?"

SR368
TODAY:
-Quiz #8
-We discussed Chapter 11

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapters 12 & 13

MN321
TODAY:
-Quiz #8

HOMEWORK:
-Chapter 16 on Tuesday
-Read the Andrea Jung case on page 493 and answer questions 1 & 2 on page 494.
-Chapter 17 on Thursday

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

WEDNESDAY 11/05

IC101
TODAY:
-We discussed the election & gender issues in sports.

HOMEWORK:
-Breakfast in the cafe on Friday. Discussion question: If you had to pick only 1 movie to watch for an entire day, what would you choose?

IC212
CSR scores article.
TODAY:
-We discussed the CRS plans of companies.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #8: Chapters 3 & 4

STUDY GUIDE:
-CSR scores article.
-Chapter 4 youtube clip.
CHAPTER 3
-What is an externality?
-Who(m) is affected by externalities?
-Explain Anderson v. General Motors case.
-Explain the science of exploitation.
CHAPTER 4
-Explain the 4 myths of CSR.
-Explain reasons why the law's ability to protect people & the environment from corporate harm has suffered.
-Explain reasons why certain corporate executives opposed FDR's New Deal.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

TUESDAY 11/04

Go Nader!


SR201
TODAY:

-We discussed Chapter 10.


HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #8: Textbook Chapters 10 & 11 and Into The Wild Chapters 14 & 15.
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 11.
-Interview approval due before class on Thursday.


STUDY GUIDE:
CHAPTER 10
-Discuss social trends contributing to shutting people off from interacting from one another.
-Discuss negative effects of television.
-Discuss 3 types of friendships.
-What annual event's purpose is to redirect attention away from tv & towards other leisure activities?
-What is the "plug-in drug?"
-What are the 3 ways that listening to music can deter socialization?
CHAPTER 11
-7 types of gamblers
-2 motives that underlie gambling
-What is the name of the contraption that has an exercise bike connected to a slot maching which allows gamblers to get exercise while gambling?
-4 problems related to substance abuse?
-What is the most problematic form of recreational drinking?

SR368
TODAY:
-We discussed a minor league hockey team game day script & your homework assignment based on examples of press releases.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #8: Chapters 10 & 11
-Afte rthe quiz you will have the rest of class to work on your group presentations.

STUDY GUIDE:
CHAPTER 10
-What is the difference between internal & external PR?
-What are the 3 categories of speech preparation?
-What is the most valuable list the PR professional has?
-The 3 main sources of a media list.
-The 4 essentails of great communication
-Be able to explain some guidelines for planned publicity.
CHAPTER 11
-What is risk management?
-What is negligence?
-What are the risk categories?
-What are the 4 ways that controlling the loss of assets can be accomplished?
-What does CCTV stand for & what is it used to prevent?

MN321
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 15

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #8

STUDY GUIDE:
-Mutuality of Interest.
-9 influence tactics.
-Soft influence tactics vs hard influence tactics.
-3 possible influence outcomes.
-5 bases of power.
-Empowerment.
-Evolution of power.
-Participative management & 4 roles employees play.
-Delegation & barriers to delegation.
-Impression maagement & adaptive unconscious and thin slicing.

Monday, November 3, 2008

MONDAY 11/3

IC101
TODAY:
-We discussed the remaining due dates for assignments as well as the guideline for Reaction Paper #1 based on violence.
-We began our gender issues & sports discussion by taking a look at gender dichotomy & biases in our culture.

HOMEWORK:
-Read the articles in the packet that I handed out today and be ready to discuss the 3 questions that accompany the articles.

IC212
TODAY:
-We took a look at a youtube clip and had a discussion surrounding ethical decisions that corporations as well as managers are confronted with in order to decide how to maximize profits.

HOMEWORK:
-The CSR assignment will be due & discussed on Wednesday.
-View this youtube clip about Chapter 4.

Friday, October 31, 2008

FRIDAY 10/31


Happy Halloween! Hopefully if you go trick-or-treating this weekend you don't get rocks like Charlie Brown.




IC101
New Balance: For Lover or Money? commercial.
New Balance: For Love or Money? press release.
TODAY:
-Discussion topic: What is one thing about you that not many people know?
-I handed out Reaction Paper #1 outline.

HOMEWORK:
-Look over the reaction paper outline, article from above, and commercial from above and come to class with questions.

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz #7
-The Corporation Chapter 3 discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 4.
-Chapter 4 youtube clip.
-Choose a company that you feel has a sold Corporate Social Respobnsibility plan & be ready to discuss why.

THURSDAY 10/31

SR201
TODAY:
-Quiz #7
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 7.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 10.
-Interview approval due no later than Thursday 11/6.

SR368
TODAY:
-Quiz #7
-Chapter 9 discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 10.
-Bring in for discussion:
a) Either a press release issued by a team, or
b) An article depicting the need for a team's/facility's public relations department.

MN321
TODAY:
-Quiz #7
-Chapter 14 discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 15.

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

WEDNESDAY 10/29

IC101
TODAY:
-We finished our violence unit with a discussion that focused on the causes of & reasons for violence in sports. Our discussion focused on 2 aspects of violence in sports: 1) athlete violence & 2) fan violence.

HOMEWORK:
-Class will be in the cafe on Friday. Our discussion topic will be: What is something about you that not many people know?

IC212
TODAY:
-We discussed The Corporation Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on: Ford v. Dodge, the Kyoto Protocol, & the psychopathic traits of corporations.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #7
-Be ready to discuss Chapter 3.

STUDY GUIDE:
-Be able to explain the Ford v. Dodge case, the Kyoto Protocol, & capitalism with a conscience.
-Be able to explain what it means to say that corporations are psychopathic & identify psychopathic traits.
-What is an externality?

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

TUESDAY 10/28

SR201
This article was on CNN today. It goes along with today's discussion. I'd read it. Maybe a quiz question might come from it.
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 7. Our discussion focused on the definition of fitness, how fitness can be affected by leisure activity, low leisure activity can be impacted by fitness, the fitness illusion, obesity, the physiological & psychological benefits of exercise, & the components of health related physical fitness.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #7
-Read Into The Wild Chapters 12 & 13

STUDY GUIDE:
-Define fitness.
-The 4 ways we discussed how fitness can be affected by leisure activity
-The 4 ways we discussed how fitness can have an impact on leisure activity.
-The fitness illusion.
-Define obesity.
-The psychological & physiological benefits of exercise that we discussed.
-The components of health related physical fitness.
-3 simple steps to get more people involved in an exercise program.
-The most widely used formula for calculating your maximum heart rate.
-What is VO2 max?

SR368
$200,000 PSL article.
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 8. Our discussion focused on concessions management, alcohol management, & related articles.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #7 (Chapters 8 & 9 and articles)
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 9.

STUDY GUIDE:
-What 4 areas do retail operations accomplish?
-What is the heart of the sports enterprise & key to financial success?
-What 3 indicators did we discuss for determining concession prices?
-A common problem of concession stands is there are not enough. What 2 ways did we discuss to combat this?
-What group developed the buying fever checklist?
-What purpose does effective menu board layout serve?
-What purpose does combining menu items serve?
-Be able to explain Dram Shop Statutes & Social Host Liability.
-What are the 4 strategies of risk management?-
-What are the 4 M's of retail?
-What are the 3 keys to effective retail/merchandise store layout?
-What 3 areas of the consumer are promotions designed to stimulte?

MN321
Nike cross-cultural ad controversy.
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 13. Our discussion focused on conflict, the 3 metaphors of conflict, functional vs dysfunctional conflict, desired conflict outcomes, personality conflict, intergroup conflict, & cross-cultural conflict.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #7
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 14.

STUDY GUIDE:
-Define conflict.
-Explain some trends that make organizational conflict inevitable.
-The 3 metaphors of conflict.
-Explain the difference between functional & dysfunctional conflict.
-Explain the desired conflict outcomes.
-Explain personality conflict & how managers can handle it.
-Explain intergroup conflict & what managers can do about it.
-Explain corss-cultural conflict & how management can moderate it.
-Explain the 3 components of communication.
-Define jargon.

Monday, October 27, 2008

MONDAY 10/27

IC101
TODAY:
-We began our discussion of violence & sports. Our discussion focused on the difference between sportsmanship & gamesmanship and aggression & violence.

HOMEWORK:
-Be ready to finish our violence & sports discussion.

IC212
TODAY:
-We discussed the concept of corporation's using branding to create a personaility.

HOMEWORK:
-We will discuss The Corproation Chapter 2 & the first half of Chapter 3.

Friday, October 24, 2008

FRIDAY 10/24

IC101
TODAY:
-Interesting and lively discussion about politics & sports. I love seeing Isaac get worked up.

HOMEWORK:
-Read the articles about sport violence and answer the questions.

IC212
The Corporation video: Legal Person & Corprorate Social Responsibility
The Corporation video: Externalities
The Corporation video: Pfizer
TODAY:
-Quiz #6
-We discussed corporate social responsibility.

HOMEWORK:
-Choose a company that you think has done agood job of creating a brand/personality.
-READ CHAPTER 2! (Nice and big so Caroline can't miss it.)
-Answer the following questions about Chapter 2:
1) Explain Dodge v. Ford.
2) What is the Kyoto Protocol?
3) What does it mean to say that corporations are psychopathic?

Thursday, October 23, 2008

THURSDAY 10/23

SR201
TODAY:
-Quiz #6
-Discussion of "Personal Life Plan" application exercise for Chapter 6.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 7.
-Into The Wild Blog Post #2 due before Tuesday's class.

SR368
TODAY:
-Midterm Exam

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 8 & the articles I handed out on Tuesday.
-We will discuss Chapter 9 on Thursday.

MN321
TODAY:
-Quiz #6
-We discussed Chapter 11 which looks at teams & decision making. We also discussed an activity that analyzed the in-class project teams.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 13.
-Members of the 6 groups will each be responsible for the following information during our discussion:
Group 1 (Omer, Dan, Kyle, John)
-Define conflict and explain the 3 metaphors of conflict.
Group 2 (Melissa, Matt F, Matt B, Barrett, Jake)
-Explain the difference between functional & dysfunctional conflict and answer why people avoid conflict.
Group 3 (Jen, Megan, Katie, Jon, Erika)
-Explain the desired conflict outcomes.
Group 4 (Walter, Ryan, Jason, Trevor, Matt P)
-Explain perosonality conflicts and how managers should handle them.
Group 5 (Jeff, Fritz, Adam, Vaughan, Brandon)
-Explain intergroup conflict and and what management can do about it.
Group 6 (Cheyanne, Deana, Eric, Roland, Dan)
-Explain cross-cultural conflict and what can be done about it.

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

WEDNESDAY 10/22

IC101
TODAY:
-Solid discussion about violence in America. We discussed why we are a violent society; the institutions that contribute to us being a violent society, and hw desensitization & conditioning plays a role in violence.

HOMEWORK:
-Round table discussion in the cafe. Be there at 8:00am sharp. You are to write down what candidate you would vote for for President & why, and who is the greatest sports figure of all time and why.

IC212
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 1 in The Corproation. The discussion came across as very unprepared & flat. Our discussion focused on answering the following 2 questions: How did the corporation become so powerful? How is a corporation a "person?"

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #6
-Read & be ready to discuss the first half of The Corporation Chapter 2.

STUDY GUIDE:
-No study guide this week. Make sure you read Chapter 1 and study the PowerPoint notes.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

TUESDAY 10/21

SR201
TODAY:
-We discussed the Inventory Assignment and looked at the major activities (leisure & nonleisure) in your lives that are taking up most of your time.
-We discussed Chapter 6. Our discussion focused on: the types of leisure goals, the ABC Rating System, Transition Time, The Swiss Cheese Approach, Procrastination/Aviodance Behavior, teh 80/20 Rule to Leisure, & Common Time Wasters.


HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #6
-Read Into the Wild Chapters 10 & 11


STUDY GUIDE:
-3 Types of Leisure Goals
-ABC Rating System
-Transition Time
-Swiss Cheese Approach
-80/20 Rule to Leisure
-Common Time Wasters (4)
-What is "life patterning?"
-What activity accounts for more leisure time than any other activity?
-What is REM sleep?


SR368
TODAY:
-I assigned you questions to answer from Chapter 8 and the articles that I handed out. Here is what each group is responsible for:
Group 1:
-What must concession managers understand? (Textbook)
-What are common concession problems? (Textbook)
-Explain: signage, sampling, body language, meeting expectations (Article)
Group 2:
-What is the Buying Fever Checklist? (Textbook)
-Explain: surprising results, defining demographics, healthy living, something old & something new, the aggressive scale (Article)
Group 3:
-Explain Bearman v. University of Notre Dame (Textbook)
-What are some alcohol sales strategies? (Textbook)
-What is "TEAM" & "FAM?" (Article)
-Explain "TEAM's" 2 goals & 4 strategy categories. (Article)


HOMEWORK:
-Midterm Exam (Thursday)
-Chapter 8: above homework (Next Tuesday)
-Chapter 9 (Next Thursday)


MN321
TODAY:
-We discussed the Midterm Exam results.
-We did a group exercise based on Chapter 12.
-We discussed Chapter 12. Our discussion focused on: decision making, the rational & nonrational models of decision making, decision making styles, 4 styles of decision making, group aided decision making, & 4 rules to brainstorming.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 11.

STUDY GUIDE:
-Define decision making.
-Be able to explain the 2 models of decision making.
-Be able to explain Simon's Normative Model & Garbage Can Model.
-What are the 2 dimensions of decision making styles?
-What are the 4 styles of decision making?
-What are some advantages/disadvantages of group aided decision making?
-What are the 4 rules to brainstorming?
-What are the 4 types of work teams?

MONDAY 10/20

IC101
TODAY:
-We watched clips from the documentary, "Bowling For Columbine."

HOMEWORK:
-Read the article on "violence" that I handed out today, and comlete the question handout.

IC212
TODAY:
-You worked on group work for The Corporation Chapter 1.

HOMEWORK:
-Be ready to discuss the questions your group worked on in class today.

Friday, October 17, 2008

FRIDAY 10/17

IC101
TODAY:
-Class in the cafe.
-The Quoatation essay was due.

HOMEWORK:
-We wil lbe starting a violence in sports unit on Monday. Give thought to the following questions:
1) Are we a violent society?
2) Why/Why not?

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz #5
-We discussed Drucker Chapter 7.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss the first half of The Corporation Chapter 1.
-Watch this youtube clip.

THURSDAY 10/16

SR201
TODAY:
-Quiz #5
-Chapter 5 application exercise 5.3

HOMEWORK:
-Leisure vs Non-Leisure Inventory Assignment due.
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 6.

SR368
TODAY:
-Quiz #6
-Midterm Review Game

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 8.

MIDTERM STUDY GUIDE:
Chapter 1
-The qualities that leaders possess to cause people to follow.
-What is the key leadership quality?
-What is the most valuable asset of a a leader?
-Be able to explain the Functional Leadership Model.
-Be able to explain the 5 leadership models within the Managerial Grid Model.
-What puspose does a Policies & procedure Manual serve & what 3 sontent areas should the policies reflect?

Chapter 2
-Be able to identify/explain the 2 classifications of employees.
-Be able to identify/explain the 4 special types of employees.
-Be able to identify/explain the 3 categories of employees.
-What are the 3 components of a job description?
-Why is in-service training important and what are the elements?

Chapter 3
-Be able to identify/explain the 4 rules to brainstorming.
-What is a Needs Assessment Survey?
-Be able to identify the categories of needs assessment information & their descriptions.
-Explain the difference between standing plans & single-use plans.

Chapter 4
-What is HOK Sport & what categories of services do they offer?
-WHat is the purpose of Master Planning & what 3 questions can it answer?

Chapter 5
-Identify & explain the 5 main categories of planners.
-Identify & explain the goals to consider when determining program objectives.
-Identify & explain the different scheduling patterns.
-Identify & explain the 5 main approaches to programming.

MN321
TODAY:
-Midterm Exam

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 11.

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

WEDNESDAY 10/15

IC101
TODAY:
-We continued out children & sports discussion. The topic for today was the different lessons we learn from organized sports and informal play, and the pros & cons of organized sports.

HOMEWORK:
-We are meeting in the cafe on Friday. Be there by 8:00am.
-Essay #2: The Quotation Paper is due.
-Bring your quote on a seperate piece of paper for discussion.

IC212
TODAY:
-You filled out a Plus/Delta Chart as a mid-semester course evaluation.
-We did a group decision making exercise based on a wilderness survival scenario.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #5
-Read & be ready to discuss Drucker Chapter 7.

STUDY GUIDE:
Chapter 6
-What 3 qualities are needed for effective decision making?
-What is the connection between decision making & risk taking?
-Be able to identify 2 of the 4 Drucker decision making questions.
-Be able to explain the 3 rules to determine of action is needed.
-Be able to identify 2 of the 5 criteria to determine if top management needs to be the decision maker.
-What is an issue tree?
-When deciding on the most effective alternative, what does the alternative need to provide a reasonable balance between?

Chapter 7
-What are the 3 characteristics unique to a CEO?

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

TUESDAY 10/14

SR201
TODAY:
-You filled out a Plus/Delta assessment form as a mid-semester evaluation of the course.
-We discussed Chapter 5. Our discussion focused on: Surplus Energy Theory, Recreation Theory, Relaxation Theory, Compensation Theory, Generalization Theory, Catharsis Theory, Optimal Arousal Theory, Play As An Escape From Social Reality, & Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #5: Textbook Chapter 5 & Into The Wild Chapters 8 & 9.
-Read through Chapter 9 in Into The Wild.
-Begin Wednesday morning filling out your inventory sheet.

STUDY GUIDE:
-Define "Play"
-Be able to explain theories: Surplus Energy, Recreation, Relaxation, Compensation, Generalization, Catharsis, Optimal Arousal, Play As An Escape From Social Reality
-Explain Menninger's Categorization of Hobbies & Interests
-Identify the levels in Maslow's Pyramid & corresponding recreational activities that meet each levels needs

SR368
TODAY:
-You filled out a Plus/Delta assessment for the first half of the semester.
-We discussed Chapter 7. Our discussion focused on the 4 types of hard taxes, the 5 types of soft taxes, the advantages & disadvantages of private funding, & various forms of private funding resources.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #6: Chapter 7

STUDY GUIDE:
-What are the 3 categories of facility revenue sources?
-What are the 4 main purposes (4 R's) of taxation?
-Be able to identify & explain the 2 main types/categories of taxes.
-Be able to identify & explain the 4 main types of hard taxes & 5 main types of soft taxes.
-Why are naming rights, personal seat licenses, luxury suites, food & beverage serving rights, & broadcast rights popular forms of stadium revenue sources?
-What does the term "area of dominant influence" refer to?
-What are the 5 main facts about sports broadcast rights?
-Name 2 regional cable tv channels owned by teams.

MN321
TODAY:
-You filled out a Plus/Delta assessment for the first half of the smester.
-We played a quiz game as a review for the Midterm.

HOMEWORK:
-Midterm Exam

MONDAY 10/13

No Classes. Fall Break Day.

Friday, October 10, 2008

FRIDAY 10/10

IC101
TODAY:
-We began our "children & sports" discussion. We discussed how sports enter our lives at a young age and what kind of lessons they teach us.

HOMEWORK:
-Be ready to discuss the following:
1) What are the different lessons that children learn from organized sports vs informal play?
2) What are the pros & cons of sports on the socialization process of children?

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz #4.
-We discussed Google's 10 golden rules to knowledge workers.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Drucker Chapter 6 on Wednesday.
-Read & be ready to discuss Drucker Chapter 7 on Friday.

Thursday, October 9, 2008

THURSDAY 10/09

SR201
TODAY:
-Quiz #4

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 5.

SR368
TODAY:
-Quiz #5

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 7.

MN321
TODAY:
-Quiz #5

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to dicuss Chapter 10.

MIDTERM STUDY GUIDE:
QUIZ #1
-Be able to define Total Quality Management.
-Be able to explain the difference between Theory Y & Theory X.
-Be able to explain what the Hawthorne Effect is.
-What are the 4 OB movements & be able to give a brief explanation of each.

QUIZ #2
-Be able to identify the 3 important characteristics of organizational culture.
- Be able to identify the 3 fundamental layers of organizational culture.
-Be able to explain the difference between enacted values & espoused values.
-Be able to explain the difference between vision & values.

QUIZ #3
-Be able to explain the difference between self-esteem, self-efficacy, self-monitoring.
-Be able to identify & explain the big 5 personality dimensions
-Be able to explain locus of control, internal locus of control, external locus of control and some behavioral differences between internals & externals.

QUIZ #4
-Be able to explain the difference between terminal values & instrumental values.
-Be able to explain the difference bwteen the 3 categories of of value conflict.
-Be able to identify the 3 components of an attitude.

QUIZ #5
-Be able to define motivation & needs.
-Be able to explain the difference between content theories & process theories of motivation.
-Be able to identify & explain the 4 motivational mechanisms of goal setting.

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

WEDNESDAY 10/08

IC101
-For class on Friday, have the handout that I gave you in class on Monday filled out and be ready to discuss it. I will also be asking for an update from each of the 3 civic engagement groups.

IC212
-In class on Friday, will have our weekly quiz. It will cover the information in the study guide below. The homework assignment based on the Google list that I assigned in class on Monday will be due and discussed after the quiz. We will push back the Chapter 6 discussion to next week.

STUDY GUIDE:
-What are the 3 questions that every person in an organization should be able to answer yes to?
-How did Alcoa put Drucker's ideas about putting people first into practice?
-Explain the difference between efficiency & effectiveness.
-What 3 things must management eb able to offer knowledge workers?
-Define the 3 types of employees that we discussed on Monday.
-What is the first question that an organization must answer when investing in people & knowledge?
-How does Whole Foods go about successfully finding the right people?
-Be able to explain Drucker's 5 rules for hiring people.
-Identify & explain 2 of Google's 10 golden rules for knowledge workers.

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

TUESDAY 10/7

SR201
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 4. Our discussion focused on participation rates of active forms of leisure versus sedentary activities, sex as a leisure activity, recreation patterns of college students, & leisure participation patterns of women.

HOMEWORK:
-You should read Into The Wild through Chapter 7.
-Quiz #4: Textbook Chapter 4, Into The Wild Chapters 6 & 7.

STUDY GUIDE:
-Be able to identify the most common uses of free time by college students according to unscientific research conducted by the authors.
-3 factors that restrict the freedom of women with respect to women.
-The 6 categories of careers that exist in the leisure services field.
-Be able to identify the 5 categories within the area of commercial recreation.
-According to a 2000 study, even though it is identified as their favorite activity how much time per day does teh average American devote to sex?
-What does "secondary viewing" mean?

SR368
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 5. Our discussion focused on teh 5 main categories of planner for program development, teh 5 steps in program development, 4 goals to consider when determining program objectives, the 4 distinct scheduling patterns, & the 5 common approaches to programming.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 6.
-Quiz #5

STUDY GUIDE:
-Be able to identify and explain the roles of the 5 main categories of program development planners.
-Be able to explain the 5 steps in program development.
-Be able to explain the 4 goals to consider when determining program objectives.
-Be able to identify the 4 distinct patterns of scheduling.
-Be able to explain the 5 common approached to programming.
-Be able to define "internal control."
-Be able to explain the difference between cash flow, operating cash flow, and cash flow budget.
-Be able to identify several revenue sources.

MN321
Ford article.

TODAY:
-You passed in your group research topic proposals.
-We discussed Chapter 8. Our discussion focused on the foundations of motivation. We discussed: the definition of motivation & needs, the difference between content & process theories of motivation, Maslow's Need Hierarchy Theory, Alderfer's ERG Theory, Adam's Equit Theory, Vroom's Expectancy Theory, motivation through goal setting, 4 motivational mechanisms of goal setting, & practical lessons from goal-setting research.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 9.
-Quiz #5: Chapters 8 & 9.

STUDY GUIDE:
-Be able to define motivation, needs, goal, management by objectives, 360-degree feedback
-Be able to explain the difference between content & process theories of motivation.
-Be able to explain Maslow's Need Hierarchy Theory, Alderfer's ERG Theory, Adam's Equity Theory, Vroom's Expectancy Theory.
-Be able to identify the 4 motivational mechanisms of goal setting

Monday, October 6, 2008

MONDAY 10/6

IC101
TODAY:
-We began the sports & society portion of class by discussing why sports are given so much attention in our society. We viewed an ESPN SportsCentury clip and discussed the impact sports have had on our lives as well as on society.

HOMEWORK:
-We will begin discussing the Children & Sports unit. Please develop some ideas in response to the questions I asked on the handout I gave you today.

IC212
TODAY:
-We discussed the first half of Drucker Chapter 5. Our discussion focused on the concept of management being about people and putting people first. The level of discussion on your part was poor. I felt like I was having a 3 way conversation with myself, Caroline, and Rob. Please be ready to do a better job on Wednesday.

HOMEWORK:
-Be ready to discuss the 2nd half of Chapter 5.
-Review Google's 10 Golden Rules for knowledge workers & answer the following questions:
1) Which one do you think is most important? Why?
2) As a manager, what techniques would you implement to achieve the desired outcomes of the rule?

Sunday, October 5, 2008

FRIDAY 10/3

IC101
TODAY:
-You submitted your responses to three 3CT questions.
-We had a Friday round-table discussion about the topic: "What has been the biggest challenge for you so far at FPU?"

HOMEWORK:
-To kick off the sports & society unit for this class, I want you to generate a list of impactful sports moments. This list can contain games, events, athletes that had an impact, positive or negative, on sport as well as society.

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz #3
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 4.

HOMEWORK:
-Read the rest of Chapter 5 and be ready to discuss.

Thursday, October 2, 2008

THURSDAY 10/2

SR201
TODAY:
-Quiz #3
-We discussed Chapter 3 and focused on factors that have influenced the development of the recreation movement in the 20th century, as well as factors that will influence the developmen tof the recreation movement in the 21st century.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 4.

SR368
TODAY:
-Quiz #4.
-We discussed a statement outline for a new athletic facility on campus. We focused on the following areas: objectives of the program, basic assumptions, and factors affecting planning.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 5.
-Chapter 5 homework:
1) Programming By Objectives & Effective Scheduling (Alisha, Andrew, Kevin, Matt S)
2) Programming By Desires of Participants & A Good Schedule (Katie, Daryl, Kelly, Chris)
3) Programming By Perceived Needs Of Participant & Mechanics Of A Sound Schedule (Matt L, Pat, Dave, Shane)
4) Programming Cafeteria Style & Fundamentals Of Booking Events (Shannon, Shona, Rachel, Meg)

MN321
TODAY:
-Quiz #4.
-Group Case Study discussion based on Chapter 7.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 8.
-Project Proposal & Work Certification Sheet Due

Wednesday, October 1, 2008

WEDNESDAY 10/1

IC101
TODAY:
-You divided into 3 sub-groups for the Civic Engagement Project. You are now on your own. I will ask each group the following questions at the beginning of every Friday class:
1) What did your group accomplish this week?
2) What is your group's plan for next week?
-We finished our 3CT discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-Be able to answer: what is your group's plan for next week?
-3 Three Cups of Tea questions due.
-Bring in for group discussion: What has been your biggest challenge at FPU so far?

IC212
TODAY:
-We finished our Chapter 4 discussion by focusing on the 2 essentials that make collaboration work. 1) well structured communications, and 2) rapid & effective decision making.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #3
-Read Chapter 5 up to page 172

STUDY GUIDE:
-To give your customers what they need, what 2 rules must you follow?
-What are the 3 fundamental questions of collaboration (just the first one in each of the 3 groups)?
-How did Toshiba benefit from a collaborative business model?
-What are the 2 essentials that make collaboration work from day to day?
-The 5 advantages/disadvantages to of group-aided decision making.
-Be able to explain the Rational Model & the Nominal Group Technique.
-What is management about and what is the task of management?
-What are the 5 rules for making hiring decisions?

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

TUESDAY 9/30

SR201
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on:
1) Leisure explosion in the 20th century.
2) Decline of leisure since 1980.
3) Real Leisure vs Perceived Leisure.
4) Factors causing a decline in free time.
5) Factors causing an increase in free time.
6) Leisure positively impacting mental health.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #3.
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 3.
-Read Into The Wild Chapters 4 & 5.
-Into The Wild Blog Post #1 due.

STUDY GUIDE:
Textbook Chapter 2
-Define "Leisure Class" "Leisure Ethic" "Limitless Materialism"
-Factors causing a decline in free time in the future
-Factors causing an increase in free time in the future
-Leisure positively impacting mental health
Textbook Chapter 3
-Be able to identify a couple of the factors that influenced the development of the recreation movement in the 20th century
-Factors that will influence the recreation movement in the 21st century
-What was Judaism's major leisure "innovation?"
-What is an "ambiguous free timer?"

SR368
HOK website
Shea Stadium vs Citi Field
Old Yankee Stadium vs New Yankee Stadium

TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 4. Our discussion focused on:
1) Considerations for planning a new facility.
2) A look at HOK Sport.
3) The 3 common questions that master planning answers.
4) Facility planning errors.
5) Typical phases of a master plan.
6) 7 steps to developing a master plan.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #4
-New FPU athletic center statement outline (Figure 4.3)
1) Objectives of the programs.
2) Basic assumptions to be addressed.
3) Factors affecting planning.

STUDY GUIDE:
-What is HOK Sport & what are some of the services they offer
-What is Master Planning and what 3 questions can it be used to answer
-Typical phases of a master plan
-Steps to developing a master plan
-Define: RFQ & RFP
-Explain the difference between these construction approaches: lump sum contract, design & build, fast tracking
-What is a performance bond
-What dollar value distinguishes small projects from larger projects
-What is a punch list

MN321
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 6. Our discussion focused on:
1) Values & value System.
2) The dimensions of personal values.
3) Value conflicts.
4) Work vs Family Life conflict.
5) Components of an attitude.
6) Cognitive Dissonance.
7) Organizational Commitment, Job Involvement, Job Satisfaction

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #4
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 7

STUDY GUIDE:
-Define value system.
-What are the 2 dimensions of personal values?
-What are the 3 categories of value conflict?
-What is the difference between value similarity & value congruence.
-Define attitude.
-What are the 3 components of an attitude?
-What is cognitive dissonance and what are the methods to reduce dissonance?
-What is the difference between organizational commitment, job involvement, job satisfaction?
-How does Pricewaterhouse Cooper's program help reduce employee turnover?
-What are the 4 stages of perception?

Monday, September 29, 2008

MONDAY 9/29

IC101
TODAY:
-We discussed the group Civic Engagement Project. We decided that the theme of the project will be a campus recycling & trash collection theme. There will be 3 subthemes to the project. 1) Trayless Thursdays. 2) Recycling Competition. 3) Campus Trash Clean-up.

HOMEWORK:
-Sign up for a group to be a part of for the Civic Engagement Project.
-We will discuss 3CT Questions 5, 6, 7, 8.
5) What – according to 3CT – is the relationship between education and the war against terrorism? What might be the implications for current U.S. policy?
6) Through Mortenson’s experiences we get a glimpse into the world of Islam. How was this awareness critical to the success of his (and the Central Asian Institute) programs? What have you learned about Islam by reading 3CT?
7) It seems as if everywhere Mortenson turns he has to deal with politics. What were some of the political obstacles (local, regional, global) he had to overcome? What does his experience tell us about the relationship between politics and education?
8) According to 3CT, how does Mortenson characterize the concept of community? What is the relationship of the individual to his sense of community? As an individual, what specific steps might you be willing to take to meet the challenges posed by Three Cups of Tea? In other words, what next steps are you willing to take?

IC212
TODAY:
-We began discussing Chapter 4 based on your homework assignment from the weekend. We took a look at companies strengths & weaknesses and how, through collaboration, they can turn weaknesses into strengths.

HOMEWORK:
-Finish reading Chapter 4 & be ready to discuss.

Friday, September 26, 2008

FRIDAY 9/26

ALL CLASSES:
No class today. Have a great weekend; see you on Monday.

Thursday, September 25, 2008

THURSDAY 9/25

SR201
TODAY:
-Quiz #2
-We discussed Neulinger's Paradigm of Leisure using Exercise 1.1 We discussed your top 10 activities and into which of the 6 categories they fit in.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 2 on Tuesday & Chapter 3 on Thursday.
-Into The Wild Blog Post #1 is due on Thursday.

SR368
TODAY:
-Quiz #3
-We did a group exercise based on Chapter 3. The Lost at Sea exercise was designed by the US Coast Guard as a training tool to teach the value of brainstorming, group collaboration, and problem solving skills.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 4.
-You will submit the answers to the following questions for Chapter 4 on Tuesday.
1) What is a Master Plan and why is it used?
2) What are the 3 questions a Master Plan can answer?
3) What are the typical phases of a Master Plan?
4) State the 7 steps for developing a Master Plan, and give a brief explanation of each.

MN321
TODAY:
-Quiz #3
-We discussed the Jung Typology Personality Test and the Locus of Control Test.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 6.
-Answer: What are your top personal values and how do they shape your behavior?

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

WEDNESDAY 9/24

IC101
TODAY:
-Quality discussion of 3ct questions 3 & 4.

HOMEWORK:
-Come to class on Monday with ideas for a group civic engagement project.
-Be ready to answer 3CT questions 5 & 6.
5) What – according to 3CT – is the relationship between education and the war against terrorism? What might be the implications for current U.S. policy?
6) Through Mortenson’s experiences we get a glimpse into the world of Islam. How was this awareness critical to the success of his (and the Central Asian Institute) programs? What have you learned about Islam by reading 3CT?

IC212
TODAY:
-We finished our discussion of Drucker Chapter 3 with a brainstorming discussion about opportunities FPU can take advantage of and turn into strengths.

HOMEWORK:
-Read Chapter 4 up to page 142.
-Complete the following for discussion on Monday.
DRUCKER’S VISION OF COLLABORATION REMAINS IMMENSELY RELEVANT TODAY. HE BELIEVES THAT TO GIVE YOUR CUSTOMERS WHAT THEY NEED, YOU MUST FOLLOW 2 RULES:
1)YOU MUST DO ONLY WHAT YOU DO BEST. PLAY TO YOUR STRENGTHS.
2)YOU MUST MEET THE FULL RANGE OF CUSTOMER NEEDS BEYOND YOUR STRONGEST CAPABILITIES.
TO FOLLOW THESE 2 RULES YOU MUST COLLABORATE WITH OTHER PLAYERS, SOMETIMES THOSE YOU CONSIDER COMPETITORS, WHO CAN COMPLEMENT YOUR STRENGTHS WITH WHAT THEY DO BEST.
PICK A COMPANY & ANSWER:
-WHAT DOES IT DO BEST? WHAT ARE ITS STRENGTHS?
-WHAT ARE SOME CUSTOMER NEEDS IT IS CURRENTLY NOT MEETING?
-WHO COULD THIS COMPANY COLLABORATE WITH IN ORDER TO COMPLEMENT ITS STRENGTHS?

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

TUESDAY 9/23

SR201
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on: the difference between leisure & non-leisure, work, personal care, recreation, Neulinger's Paradigm of Leisure, Classical View of Leisure, Antiutilitarian View of Leisure, Social Instrument View of Leisure, Leisure as a Symbol of Social Class.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #2
-Exercise 1.1
-Into The Wild Blog Post #1 due 10/2

STUDY GUIDE:
-Definitions (Leisure, Work, Personal Care, Recreation)
-Intrinsic & Extrinsic Motivation
-Neulinger's Paradigm of Leisure
-Classical View of Leisure
-Antiutilitarian View of Leisure
-Social Instrument View of Leisure
-Leisure as a Symbol of Social Class

SR368
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on the 4 rules to brainstorming and an accompanying brainstorming session about ways to get the student body more involved at sports events. We then discussed what a Needs Assessment Survey is, why it is used, and what the 8 categories of needs assessment information are . You discussed components of a Needs Assessment for the Bubble. Finally, we discussed the 5 step process for creating surveys.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #3

MN321
TODAY:
-We opened class with group work. You did a team building activity and then discussed the following question: in terms of personality traits, abilities, & emotions, how can athletic experience pave the way to career success?
-We then discussed Chapter 5. Our discussion focused on: self-esteem, self-efficacy, self-monitoring, personality, the big 5 personality dimensions, locus of control (internal & external), ability vs skill, & emotions.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #3
-Bring in results of the personality test.

STUDY GUIDE:
-Be able to define each of the following terms and explain their implication on Organizational Behavior:
-self-esteem
-self-efficacy
-self-monitoring
-personality
-Be able to identify & explain the big 5 personality dimensions
-Be able to explain locus of control, internal locus of control, external locus of control and some behavioral differences between internals & externals
-Be able to explain the difference between ability, skill & competencies, and some desirable competencies businesses look for in employees.
-According to Figure 5-1, what are some forms of self-expression?
-Be able to explain at least 2 of Branden's 6 Pillars of Self-Esteem.

Monday, September 22, 2008

MONDAY 9/22

IC101
Today:
-We discussed the civic engagement project. You decided, as a group, that you would liek to complete the 10 hour requirement as a class. You are to think of group project ideas and come to class on Monday ready to discuss. Click here for more information on civic engagement.
-We began our discussion of Three Cups of Tea focusing on the first 2 questions.

Homework:
-Be ready to discuss 3CT questions 3 & 4.
3. There is a danger in imposing our own solutions to the problems faced by other cultures and societies. How was Greg Mortenson able to avoid this trap? What about his background made him sensitive to the specific needs of those he encountered in Pakistan and Afghanistan?

4. What does 3CT tell us about the status of women in this region of the world? Why does Mortenson feel the education of girls is so important? How will it improve their status? Is the same dynamic true in our culture?

IC212
Today:
-We continued with our discussion of Chapter 3 focusing on innovation. The discussion was a little weak and unprepared today. Please coem to clas on Wednesday ready to talk.

Homework:
-Be ready to finish our Chapter 3 discussion focusing on the 7 sources of innovation opportunities.
-Be ready to discuss the 2 brainstorming questions about FPU you were to answer over the weekend.
-Reaearch paper topic proposal is due on Wednesday.

Friday, September 19, 2008

FRIDAY 9/19

IC101
Today:
-We finished the introduction presentations. Nice job! It was fun learning about you all.

Homework:
-Be prepared to discuss 3 Cups of Tea questions 1 & 2.
1. Three Cups of Tea is the chronicle of one person’s failure that ultimately led to success. Think about adversity in your own life (or that of someone close to you) and discuss how it was dealt with. How can failure lead to success?
2. At the heart of 3CT is a simple message: education is important. Reflect on your own education to this point. How has it mattered to you? What might your future be like if you were limited to the education available to most in Pakistan and Afghanistan? Why is higher education – especially in our society – important?
-Come in with ideas for a group civic engagement project.

IC212
Article about the 50 most innovative companies in 2007.

Today:
-You took Quiz #2.
-We began a discussion about Drucker Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on why it's important for companies to innovate and the 4 basic innovation questions.

Homework:
-Read the rest of Drucker Chapter 3.
-We are going to have a brainstorming session about new opportunities for FPU to capture. Give these questions some thought:
1) Where are there possible problems and solutions that can create value for FPU?
2) What would it take for FPU to seriously consider these ideas?
-Research paper topic proposal is due on Wednesday.

Thursday, September 18, 2008

THURSDAY 9/17

SR201
Today:
-You took Quiz #1.
-We finished our discussion of Chapters 8 & 9. Our discussion focused on the physiological, psychological, and social & interpersonal benefits of laughter and humor.

Homework:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 1.
-Complete Exercise 1.1. First, generate a list of the 10 activities that you participate in the most. These activities can be leisure (working out) or nonleisure (working a job). Next, take that list of 10 activities and place them into on of the 6 categories shown in Exercise 1.1.

SR368
It was clear that the groups were not prepared to discuss the homework questions I assigned on Tuesday. Being a 300 level class, I thought my approach of assigning a reading/question homework assignment and then coming in the next class and discussing it was a good approach for a junior/senior level class to effectively and efficiently get through the course material. Apparently I was wrong, and you would rather me take an elementary approach and institute a babysitting policy to check-in and make sure you are preparing yourself for class. I will oblige. First, from now on do not come to class unprepared. This means, at your desk, you should have a textbook opened to the material we will be covering that day so you can follow along with the discussion and answer questions. If you do not, you will be asked to leave. Second, I will assign chapter questions on Thursday for the chapter we will be discussing the following Tuesday. These answers are to be typed and submitted every Tuesday class. Third, I am revoking the study guide privilege, and it is a privilege since I do not have to post study guides. Starting, with Quiz #3 next Thursday, there will be no study guides. I expect everyone to come to class prepared (textbook, writing instrument, etc.) on Tuesday and for the remaining classes this semester. If you show me improvement in your preparation, I will slowly grant you privileges. I will take away the chapter questions and I will post the study guide. This will only happen over time and through you, as a class, demonstrating a willingness to participate in class. Until you earn that, we will have weekly chapter questions and no study guides.

Today:
-You took Quiz #2.
-I discussed the second half of Chapter 2 focusing on the recruitment of employees, in-service training, evaluating employee performance, termination of employees, and sexual harassment policy.

Homework:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 3.
-Complete a Needs Assessment for the FPU Bubble.
-Type answers to the following questions:
1) Why are surveys important and what are the 5 steps in the survey process?
2) What is a Needs Assessment Report and what should it contain?
3) What are and explain each of the steps in the planning process?
4) What are 3 pitfalls to successful planning?

MN321
Today:
-You took Quiz #2.
-We discussed Chapter 4 by looking at specific cultural based scenarios that US managers come in contact with.

Homework:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 5.
-Click here and take the Jung Typology Personality Test. After you submit your answers, a results page will pop up. Either print out the results page or write your results down on paper and bring your reults to class on Thursday.

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

WEDNESDAY 9/17

IC101
Today:
-We continued with the introduction presentations.

Homework:
-Goals & Expectations essay due.
-We will finish the introduction presentations.

IC212
Article about iTune Genius feature.
Today:
-We finished our discussion of Drucker Chapter 2. We discussed identifying noncustomers, doing business with noncustomers, and what does your customer consider value.

Homework:
-Read & be ready to discuss Drucker Chapter 3 through page 97.
-Work on research paper proposal.

Study Guide:
-What does it mean that results of any institution only exist on the outside?
-What are the levels of the Customer Satisfaction Model?
-Explain & give examples of push & pull marketing.
-What are the 4 questions a business must answer when trying to connect with their customer?
-Explain the 80/20 rule.
-What are the 3 main reasons to do business with noncustomers?
-What are 3 reasons why the customer is now the boss?
-What is the "outside-in" perspective?
-Why were these companies mentioned in Chapter 2: Medtronic, Girl Scouts of America, Avon, Sumerset Houseboats, Microsoft (bundling)?
-What 2 companies, and why, exemplify "true innovation" according to Drucker?

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

TUESDAY 9/16

SR201
Today:

We discussed how sports are used in our culture as a way to escape. We talked about how as players (participants) and as fans (spectators) we use sports to escape small & large hardships that life brings us. This conversation stemmed from our viewing of the documentary 9 Innings From Ground Zero about how NY was able to escape the tragedy at Ground Zero through the Yankees playoff run. We also began discussing Chapters 8 & 9. Main points from the chapters that we discussed are:
-What is stress & what are stressors.
-What is eustress & distress.
-Selye's Stress Definition
-General Adaptation Syndrome
-3 stages of GAS
-Applying GAS to recreation

Homework:
-Quiz #1 (9 Innings From Ground Zero, 9/11 article, Textbook Chapters 8 & 9, Into The Wild: Prologue & Chapter 1)
-Read Into The Wild: Prologue & Chapter 1
-Be ready to finish discussion of Chapters 8 & 9

Study Guide:
Bring in a Seinfeld trivia question. If you stump me. The class gets extra credit.

-Be able to define: stress, stressors, eustress, distress, laughter, humor
-Be able to explain Selye's Stress Definition
-Be able to explain GAS & its 3 stages
-Be able to identify & explain some physiological, psychological, and social & interpersonal benefits of homor and laughter

SR368
Today:

-We formed groups and assigned chapters to each group.
-You did group work that will be discussed on Thursday.
-We began to discuss Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on the following:
-Main components of Human Resource Management (HRM)
-Types of employees (2 Classifications & 4 Special Types)
-Three categories/characteristics of all employees
-Components of a Job Description (3)
-Components of a Position Announcement (7)

Homework:
-Quiz #2
-Be ready to discuss your group's discussion topic from today.

Study Guide:
-Main components of Human Resource Management (HRM)
-Types of employees (2 Classifications & 4 Special Types)
-Three categories/characteristics of all employees
-Components of a Job Description (3)
-Components of a Position Announcement (7)
-Staff Development Program for In-Service Training (4 elements)
-Reward System: Examples of common extrinsic rewards
-Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs implication for management
-What does EEOC stand for
-What procedure should organization's outline for employees to take if they were sexually harassed (5 components)

MN321
Interesting video about why Google is such a great company to work for.
Seventh Generation website.
Today:
-Groups for the group project were formed.
-We discussed Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on:
-What is organizational culture & what are the 3 main characteristics of org. culture
-Why is organizational culture important
-What are the 3 fundamental layers of org. culture
-What is the difference between espoused & enacted values
-What are the 4 functions of org. culture
-What is the 3 phase model of organizational socialization

Homework:
-Quiz #2
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 4.

Study Guide:
-Be able to define: organizational culture, values, vision, strategic plan
-Be able to identify and explain 1 of the 3 important characteristics of organizational culture
-Be able to identify & explain the 3 fundamental layers of organizational culture
-Be able to explain the difference between espoused & enacted values
-Be able to identify at least 2 of the 5 key components of values
-Be able to identify and explain 2 of the 4 functions of organizational culture
-What is ethnocentrism
-What is the GLOBE Project

Monday, September 15, 2008

MONDAY 9/15

IC101
Today:
-We continued with the introduction presentations.

Homework:
-We will continue with the introduction presentations on Wednesday.
-Goals & Expectations Essay is due on Friday.

IC212
Here is an interesting article
about E-mail marketing.
Today:
-We formed groups for the group presentation assignment and each group was assigned chapters from The World Is Flat.
-Here are the groups:
Group 1 (11/17, Chapters 6 & 12): Brooke, Emily, Devin, Bekka
Group 2 (11/19, Chapters 7 & 14): John, Rob, Catherine, Erin
Group 3 (11/21, Chapters 8 & 13): Alyssa, Tori, Alexis, Caroline, Jean
-We continued our discussion of Drucker Chapter 2.

Homework:
-Finish reading Drucker Chapter 2.
-We will discuss the homework that was due today on Wednesday.
Pick 2 companies and answer:
1) What does the company value?
2) What does its customers value?

Sunday, September 14, 2008

FRIDAY 9/12

IC101
Today:
-We began introduction presentations.

Homework:
-Continue with introduction presentations on Monday.
-Goals & Expectations Essay due Friday 9/19.

IC212
Today:
-You took Quiz #1.
-We started discussing Drucker Chapter 2.

Homework:
-Continue reading Drucker Chapter 2.
-Give thought to who you want to work with for the group presentation.
-Pick 2 companies and answer:
1) What does the company value?
2) What does its customers value?

THURSDAY 9/11

SR201
Today:
-We watched the documentary Nine Innings From Ground Zero.

Homework:
-Read 9/11 article & textbook Chapters 8 & 9.
-Give thought to who you want to be in your group presentation group.

SR368
Today:
-You took Quiz #1.
-We discussed the impact 9/11 has had on facility management.
-We finished our Chapter 1 discussion.

Homework:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 2.
-Give thought to who you want to be in your group presentation group.

MN321
Today:
-You took Quiz #1.
-We discussed Chapter 2. We will finish Chapter 2 on Tuesday.

Homework:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 3.
-Give thought to who you want to be in your group project group.

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

WEDNESDAY 9/10

IC101
TODAY:

-You presented your Show & Tell items.

HOMEWORK:
-We will start introduction presentations on Friday.

IC212
TODAY:

-We finished the Drucker Chapter 1 discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #1: Chapter 1 discussion & Chapter 2 reading through page 54 (see study guide).

STUDY GUIDE:
-Be able to identify and explain the 5 fronts that the Silent Revolution took place on and how each contributed to the revolution.
-Be able to identify and explain what the 3 fastest growing consumer purchases are and why.
-Be able to explain why "isolation is corporate death."
-Be able to explain what knowledge-based management is.
-Explain the concepts of boundarylessness, knowledge workers, and the management of knowledge workers.
-What is meant by: "in the 21st century businesses exist in a Lego world."
-What are the 3 consequences of the silent revolution for managers?
-How does Medtronic personify Drucker's ideal of a customer focus?
-What are the 4 questions companies need to answer when trying to connect with their customer?
-Explain the concept of: "there is never only one consumer."

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

TUESDAY 9/9

SR201
TODAY:
-I explained the semester assignments (Group Presentation, Into The Wild Blog, Industry Professional Interview).

HOMEWORK:
-Read 9/11 article.
-Read textbook Chapters 8 &9.
-Set up your blog and e-mail me your url.
-Give thought to who you want to interview.
-Give thought to who you want to work with for the group presentation.

SR368
TODAY:
-I explained the semester project & the group presentation.
-We began our discussion of Chapter 1 focussing on the need for quality facility management and the key leadership qualities.

HOMEWORK:
-Study for Quiz #1.
-Be ready to discuss the second half of Chapter 1.

STUDY GUIDE:
-Key leadership qualities that cause people to follow?
-Leadership qualities?
-Functional Leadership Model
-Managerial Grid Model
-Be able to explain the following legislation (Title VII, Title IX, ADA)
-Steps for developing a policies & procedures manual
-What benefits can sponsoring an event/facility do for the sponsor?
-What benefits can a sponsor do for the event/facility?

MN321
A little old, but here is an article discussing diversity at McDonald's(Chapter 2).
TODAY:
-I explained the semester group project. Give thought to who you want to work with. Groups will be picked at the beginning of lass next Tuesday. No more than 5 per group.
-We, or should I say "I," discussed Chapter 1. I expect conversation will pick up after the quiz on Thursday. Remember, we can openly discuss the chapter information or you can constantly be tested through pop quizzes and papers.

HOMEWORK:
-Study for Quiz #1.
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 2.
-Give thought to who you want to work with for the semester group project.

STUDY GUIDE:
-What is OB & why study it?
-What are the 4 OB movements and be able to explain each.
-What is the Hawthorne Effect?
-Difference between Theory X & Theory Y?
-85/15 Rule?
-Management skills that apply to good OB?
-Attributes of good 21st century managers?
-General moral principles for managers?
-What are some key components of McDonalds diversity programs?
-Define discrimination & affirmative action.
-Identify 2 barriers/challenges to managing diversity.


Monday, September 8, 2008

MONDAY 9/8

IC101
TODAY:
-I explained your 2 part Civic Engagement Project. Civic Engagement is defined as: "Individual and collective actions designed to identify and address issues of public concern." A detailed assignment outline will be given to you soon.
1) Group: 10 hours Civic Engagement Project done as a group. Give some thought to what we can do as a group. Talk to Dan.
2) Individual: Attend 3 FPU sponsored events. One sporting event. One club/organization sponsored event. One other event of your choice.
-Dan & I gave our introduction presentations.
-We started show & tell.

HOMEWORK:
-Bring show & tell items back. We will start class on Wednesday with this activity.
-Be ready to start introduction presentations. Email it to me and bring on a flashdrive.
-Start working on your Goals & Expectations essay.

IC212
TODAY:
-We started by going over the semester paper/presentation.
-We discussed "successful" companies, and the common characteristics that all have.
-We began discussing Drucker Chapter 1.

HOMEWORK:
-Look over Drucker Chapter 1. We will finish on Wednesday.
-Give thought to a research topic.

Friday, September 5, 2008

FRIDAY 9/5

ALL CLASSES:
Have a great weekend!

IC101
TODAY:
Today I learned all of your nicknames. Nice job on completing this assignment. Now you need to come in on Monday with a nickname for Dan and myself.
-I spent some time re-covering the syllabus, and going into further detail about what I will expect from your Introduction presentations starting next week, as well as your Goals & Expectations essay due in a couple weeks.
-We finished class by discussing your biggest Fear/Worry about starting college. Nice job with that discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-Show & Tell item(s) on Monday!
-Start working on your introduction presentations.

IC212
TODAY:
-I revisited important syllabus information, and explained the 2 big semester projects: the semester paper & group presentation.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Drucker Chapter 1.
-Give thought to the following:
1) Research paper topic.
2) Who do you wan tto work with for the group presentations (Groups will be about 3 students).

Thursday, September 4, 2008

THURSDAY 9/4

It was good to meet some of you for the first time, and it was good to see those of you who I have had before in class again.

SR201
TODAY:
Today was an introduction day. I met you; you met me. We discussed the course and what to expect this semester.

HOMEWORK:
-Read through the syllabus and come to class on Tuesday with any questions.
-Give thought to how sports helped America during 9/11.

SR368:
TODAY:
Today was an introduction day. I met you; you met me. We discussed the course and what to expect this semester.

HOMEWORK:
-Read through the syllabus and come to class on Tuesday with any questions.
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 1.

MN321
TODAY:
Today was an introduction day. I met you; you met me. We discussed the course and what to expect this semester.

HOMEWORK:
-Read through the syllabus and come to class on Tuesday with any questions.
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 1.

Wednesday, September 3, 2008

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 3

It was great meeting everyone today. I am looking forward to a great semester!

IC101
TODAY: We discussed the course and my expectations for the semester.

HOMEWORK:
-Find out who these people are:
Randy Pausch and Jacques Rogge
-Bring in a written biggest fear/worry about starting your college experience.

IC212
TODAY: We introduced ourselves and began to discuss the course. We will finish the semester discussion on Friday.

HOMEWORK:
-Find out who these people are:
Randy Pausch and Jacques Rogge
-What state other than NJ does not require you to pump your own gas?
-Be ready to discuss 3 companies that you think are "successful" and why.

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

END OF SEMESTER

-No class on Tuesday.
-Research Papers due 1:30 on Wednesday.
-Wednesday presentation order:
1) Jeff
2) Chris L.
3) Sam Wilson
4) Colby
5) Erin
6) Beth
7) Jess
-Thursday presentation order:
1) Chris
2) Kit
3) Sam
4) Caitlin
5) Tori
6) Laura

Thursday, June 19, 2008

THURSDAY 6/19

IC212
Thomas Friedman (The World Is Flat) interview.

TODAY:
-We discussed the 10 Flatteners that Friedman addresses in Chapter 2.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #6 (last one): Chapter 1 & 2.
-Questions from Chapter 1.
-No notecards.

Wednesday, June 18, 2008

WEDNESDAY 6/18

IC212
Interesting Nag Factor article.
Nag factor youtube clip.

TODAY:
-You took Quiz #5 based on The Corporation chapters 3-6.
-We discussed The Corporation Chapters 5 & 6. Our discussion focused on: Why would companies market/advertise to children? How do companies market differently to children than adults? How does advertising on self-esteem work?
-We finished watching Boiler Room.

HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss The World Is Flat Chapter 1 & the 10 Flatteners from Chapter 2.
-Notecards.
-Complete Boiler Room handout.

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

TUESDAY 6/17

IC212
Even Small Companies Can Innovate article.
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapters 3 & 4 in The Corporation. Our discussion focused on: the psychopathic traits of a corporation; externalities; Anderson v. General Motors; the science of exploitation; the 4 myths of CSR; why the law's ability to protect people & the environment from corporate harm has suffered.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #5: The Corporation chapters 3-6.
-Read & be ready to discuss The Corporation chapters 5 & 6.
-Notecards.

STUDY GUIDE:
Chapter 3
-Psychopathic traits of a corporation.
-What is an externality and who is affected by an externality?
-Exlplain Anderson v. GM.
-Explain the "science of exploitation."
Chapter 4
-The 4 myths of CSR.
-The 4 reasons the law's ability to protect people & the environment from corporate harm has suffered.
-The 4 main reasons why certain corporate executives opposed FDR's New Deal.
-What act was passed by Congress in 1952 in order to make the coal mining industry safer?
-In the mid-1970's the Supreme Court decided that what Amendment extended constitutional protection to corporate financing of elections?
-Anne Wexler is mentioned often in the chapter. What job does Wexler hold in Washington, D.C.?
Chapters 5 & 6
-Explain the "nag factor."
-4 areas where companies prey on children (opportunity in devastation).
-Describe the different categories of parents that are discussed.