USSO 239 - Change Agents: Past, Present, and Future

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Case Western Reserve University

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Though it is often said that we are living in a time of constant change, surprisingly few people take the time to understand who makes change happen and how. This seminar will explore the phenomenon of change on multiple levels. We begin by looking at change through an historical lens, examining social movements in the 1960's. We will then investigate organizational turnarounds of the late 20th century and today. In each instance, we will consider the role of the individual, groups, and organizations as change agents, and examine the influence of environmental factors on change processes. Throughout this course, we will study the dynamics of effective change , identify change strategies, and move to develop a personal understanding of how each one of us can initiate change. In addition to diagnosis and analysis, we will engage in creative thinking and writing about our own capacity to become change agents. We will apply what we read and learn to our current and future lives. Prereq: Passing letter grade in a 100 level first year seminar in USFS, FSSO, FSCC, FSNA, FSSY or FSCS. Prereq or Coreq: FSTS 100.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.case.edu

Phone Number:

(216) 368-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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