Discussion 1: Technology

View the "How Technology Will Shape the Next Decade" video case and then post a new thread to this discussion board that addresses the following:

• What are some of the ways that technology has changed the way you learn over the past few years?
• How do you think college courses will change over the next decade to incorporate technology?
• In what ways do you feel technology has enhanced your learning experience, both in face-to-face courses and in online courses?
• What do you think is the biggest disadvantage of using technology in college courses?

This posting, consisting of a minimum of 4 full paragraphs, must include chapter ideas and concepts to support your answers. Please make certain to cite any outside sources used. To post, click the "Reply" arrow at the lower left.

Discussion 2

During a training session on stereotyping, a manager suggests that stereotypes are necessary. She said, "I have to make assumptions about what is in the head of the other person and stereotypes help me do that. It is better to rely on stereotypes than to enter a working relationship with someone from another culture without any idea of what they believe in." Discuss the merits of and problems with the manager's statement.

Your initial discussion should be at least 350 words.

Discussion 3

In your opinion has the introduction of email, social media and other information technologies increased or decreased the amount of information flowing through the office/classroom grapevine? Is this good or bad? How have these items helped/hurt life in general? Explain and defend your answer.

Your initial discussion should be at least 400 words.

Discussion 4

Discuss the role of reward systems in organizational change. Specifically, identify where reward systems work and where they undermine the organizational change process. If you have no experience in the work field please use the classroom setting as your model.

Your initial discussion should be at least 400 words.