94707 Theory of Change
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Credit points: 3 cp
Result type: Grade, no marks
Requisite(s): 94700 Creative Intelligence and Strategic Innovation Masterclass
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Description
Participants examine the various theories, principles and methods of organisational
change in professional settings to conceptualise them as networked innovation
ecosystems. Participants purposely devise speculative strategies for creating change
and critically assess the applicability of these approaches in their current work. By
doing so, participants assemble a portfolio of approaches to change that can stimulate
and sustain innovation capacity in their professional ecosystems.
Teaching and learning strategies
This core subject is offered in a flipped learning mode. Participants undertake self-paced study online to examine theories that cut across disciplines, industries and sectors. They critically analyse and apply conceptual frameworks and theoretical approaches to inform their professional practice and generate insights about future developments within their fields. By doing so, they gain advanced knowledge of transdisciplinary innovation concepts and approaches. Strategically positioned face-to-face sessions immerse participants in interactive learning with professional colleagues and academic researchers (including ongoing feedback) and further hands-on engagement with concepts, frameworks and methods. Participants use these opportunities to review and adjust their learning study plan in consultation with tutors and deepen their individual inquiry as they work towards ensuring continued relevance for their professional practice.
Assessment
Assessment task 1: Assessment 1A – Nomological Analysis of Vitality
| Type: | Presentation |
|---|---|
| Groupwork: | Group, group assessed |
| Weight: | 20% |
| Length: | In no more than two A4 pages?reflect on these?questions. |
Assessment task 2: Assessment 2A - Unflawed Advice
| Type: | Presentation |
|---|---|
| Groupwork: | Group, individually assessed |
| Weight: | 30% |
| Length: | In session presentation & 2 A4 page reflection |
Recommended texts
Argyris C. Flawed Advice and the Management Trap (How Managers Can When Know They’re Getting Good Advice and When They’re Not). New York; 2000.