- Preparation for class – at the beginning of each class you will turn in a brief summary of the reading assigned for that class period. Please keep a copy for yourself for your reference as we discuss the content in class. Your weekly summary will briefly address these three questions:
- For each assigned reading of the week, including the case(s), what is one key point you took away for that reading? Provide one point per reading.
- Thinking about everything you’ve read in the past week, what stands out the most? Provide one point for the week.
- If you were in charge of this week’s discussion, what is one insightful question that you would pose to the class? Provide one question for the week.
- Participation during class – We will typically start each class with “opening” questions about the assigned readings. Students called up to answer should be able to summarize the key issues from the reading. All students should be prepared to be answer these questions. If for some reason you feel unprepared to respond to a question, you may say “pass” and I will call on another student. To earn full participation credit, keep the total number of “passes” to a minimum over the course of the semester. Another important aspect of class participation is completion of in-class assignments and contribution to breakout group activities.
- Participation between classes – To facilitate on going learning of course material, we will also discuss course material on the class blog in between class. Each of you will have author access to the course blog. If you wish to make a blog post on a topic related to the course, you are invited to do so. I will post a discussion question on the class blog 24-48 hours after each class meeting. The question will relate to the assigned reading, a topic discussed in class, or a relevant current event. Every student is expected to read and contribute to the online class discussion each week.
To facilitate on-going learning of course material, we will also discuss course material on the class site. You should plan on blogging on the main class site. The site is public and the above activities provide you with a forum to demonstrate your insights and ideas to the rest of the world and to learn from others. Blogging is an excellent way to advance your career by demonstrating thought and industry leadership.