Post 1: Initial Post
Instructions
This posting should be a minimum of one short paragraph and a maximum of two paragraphs. Word totals for this post should be in the 100–200-word range. Whether you agree or disagree, explain why with supporting evidence and concepts from the readings or a related experience. Include a reference, link, or citation when appropriate.
Scenario
As a follow-up to your briefing on decision-making for his team, Tom has asked you to facilitate a group discussion of how to improve decision making at Sun City Boards. To kick off the discussion, he has asked you to conduct additional research on what works in terms of improving decision making on an individual and/or group level and be prepared to share examples and visuals to stimulate conversation.
For Discussion
Choose ONE of the following to respond to in your initial post.
- Conduct an Internet search and summarize a credible article regarding how to improve decision making. Include a link to the source article.
- Conduct an Internet search and summarize a credible article regarding how to improve group decision making. Include a link to the source article.
- Conduct an Internet image search and select an image or infographic that summarizes how to improve decision making. Write a brief explanation of the image and provide a link to the source.
Posts 2 and 3: Respond to Classmates’ Posts
Instructions
After you have created your initial post, look over the discussion posts of your classmates and give at least two thoughtful responses to two different classmates (one per classmate).
A response posting should be a minimum of one short paragraph. Word totals for these posts should be in the 75–100-word range. Whether you agree or disagree, explain why with supporting evidence and concepts from the readings or a related experience. Include a reference, link, or citation when appropriate. The goal of your response posts is to extend discussions already taking place or pose new possibilities or opinions not previously voiced. Your goal should be to motivate the group discussion and present a creative approach to the topic.
