WLD 117 - Ben Franklin: Ldrshp in the 21st C.

Institution:

Franklin College - Indiana

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This Winter Term marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of Benjamin Franklin, born on January 17th, 1706. Indirectly Franklin College's namesake, this well known founding father was a fascinating man with business acumen, political savvy, scientific ingenuity, social charm, and a social conciseness. As Walter Isaacson noted in his biography, Franklin was, for a long period of time, "the world's most famous American". This course will review his life through the use of Isaacson's book and concurrently, study leadership theories and styles. Franklin has much to offer regarding one's personal responsibility for leadership and service. How does his approach to life fit with Franklin College's mission and values? How does it apply in the 21st Century? The course will being with a discussion on the value of liberal arts education, the college's mission and values, the rationale for teaching leadership and how Benjamin Franklin might respond to these concepts. The class will read and discuss Isaacson's biography of Franklin, learning about his life, his times, his challenges and his successes. Particular note will be made of Franklin's personal codes and writings regarding self improvement, moral living, social interaction and civic engagement. The class will explore the applicability of his words for their lives and as principles of leadership.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.franklincollege.edu

Phone Number:

(317) 738-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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