WKS 318A - The Structure of Problems and Designing Change

Institution:

Antioch University-Midwest (Closed)

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Description:

This Course examines the life cycle of problems, as well as their structure and components. Mankind's dependency on problems for thought, growth and development is examined. Symbolic language for the components of problems is introduced to create a common design language. The relationship of values and purpose to problems is presented using a teleological framework. Cases of this framework being used to solve practical problems in government, business and socioeconomic development are presented. Students will participate in three exercises. The first captures real life situations in symbolic language to assist in problem analysis. The second utilizes a teleological model to identified individual and shared values and purpose. The third assists the student to increase leadership skills, moving from problem solving to problem finding.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.antioch.edu

Phone Number:

(937) 769-1800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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