Assignment:
Neuroscience in Leadership
What do neuroscience, positive psychology, and organizational development have in common, and how can those in leadership roles utilize these three disciplines to effect positive change in organizations?
Note: Neuroscience is the study of the body's nervous system and how the brain works. Recent advances in the field of neuroscience have led to the discovery that our brain influences how we view change. This is why people, more often than not, possess a natural resistance to change.
Readings for the Week:
Boyatzis, R. E. (2011, January-February). Neuroscience and leadership: The promise of insights. Ivey Business Journal Reprints.
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Pace, A. (2012, December). Brain-based learning for leaders: Neuroscience continues to gain popularity as a scientifically sound approach to leadership development. T+D, 66(12), 20.
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Williams, C. R. (2010, December). Applying neuroscience to leadership development: Designing learning with the brain in mind. People & Strategy, 33(4), 9+.
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Think of the forum as a classroom experience where you "meet" with your instructor and peers to discuss the weekly topic in terms of the readings, assignments, and resources that have been assigned. The desired outcome is that you are able to
(1) collaborate with peers and the instructor,
(2) demonstrate your understanding of the material, and
(3) participate as a member of an online community.
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The instructor's goal is to create an engaging and safe environment for students to learn. In addition, instructors should pose questions promoting deeper thought as well as encourage students to interact with their peers in the classroom. There should be an active instructor presence throughout the week.
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You are required to make a maximum of 300 words or more for my initial posting and respond to a MAXIMUM of 3 students. Responses must be a MAXIMUM of 150 words or more and include direct questions. If you meet the above-mentioned requirements, you will be graded at the proficient level. However, if your desire is to be graded at the exemplary level, please provide more than the minimum required.
Critical Analysis - Discussion postings display an excellent understanding of the required readings and underlying concepts, including correct use of terminology. Postings are made in time for others to read and respond, as well as deliver information that is full of thought, insight, and analysis. The information presented makes connection to previous or current content, or to real-life situations, and must contain rich and fully developed new ideas, connections, or applications. (It is important that you integrate the weekly readings in your response. One way to do that is to make position statements, then discuss supporting evidence (i.e. research and/or personal experience).
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