Objective To develop a large-scale plan for change. The primary AACSB learning standard skills developed through this exercise are analytic skills and strategic management. Procedures (10-30 minutes) As an individual, group, or class, select a change you would like to see implemented at your college. Answer the following questions and conduct the force-field analysis.
1. State the change you want.
2. State which of the four types of change it is.
3. Identify possible resistance to the change.
4. Select strategies for overcoming the resistance.
5. Conduct a force-field analysis for the change. Below, write the present situation in the center and the forces that hinder the change and the forces that can help get the change implemented. Hindering Forces Present Situation Driving Forces Conclusion The instructor may make concluding remarks. Apply It (2-4 minutes) What did I learn from this experience? How will I use this knowledge in the future? Sharing In the group, or to the entire class, volunteers may give their answers to the "Apply It" questions.