Argosy B6027 Module 1 assignment 1 and 2
Assignment 1: Opening Discussion—Autobiography and Information Sharing
Begin this assignment by introducing yourself to classmates—giving your name, current occupation, and areas of interest that might be covered by this course.
Next, share your ideas, observations, and experiences regarding perspectives in change leadership.
Then, respond to the following:
- Do you believe that there are born leaders? Support your answer with specific examples or by citing a credible source.
Beginning Thursday, October 9, 2014, post your responses to the appropriate Discussion Area. Continue to get to know your fellow classmates and contribute to our discussion on perspectives in change leadership through Saturday, October 11, 2014.
Write your initial response in 300–500 words. Your
response should be thorough and address all components of the
discussion question in detail, include citations of all sources, where
needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling,
grammar, and punctuation
Do the following when responding to your peers:
- Read your peers’ answers.
- Provide substantive comments by
- contributing new, relevant information from course readings, Web sites, or other sources;
- building on the remarks or questions of others; or
- sharing practical examples of key concepts from your professional or personal experiences
- Respond to feedback on your posting and provide feedback to other students on their ideas.
- Make sure your writing
- is clear, concise, and organized;
- demonstrates ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; and
- displays accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
There are some who argue that leaders face unprecedented demands as we enter the 21st century. The pace of organizations is faster than ever due to technology advances and impatience in stakeholder groups. There is increased diversity due to globalization. The workforce is more nomadic; few people today spend their entire careers in a single company. This puts a lot of pressure on leaders and may demand new or evolved competencies.
Using the module readings, Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, including general organizational sources like the Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek,or Harvard Business Review, research the demands facing 21st century leaders.
Then, respond to the following:
- What are the challenges facing leaders in today’s environment? Consider both internal and external challenges within an organization.
- Describe the impact of those challenges on today’s leaders. Explain how leaders need to respond to them.
- Discuss at least three–four core competencies that you think leaders need to be effective in today’s environment. Explain how these competencies will address the challenges you identified.
By Saturday, October 11, 2014, post your response to the appropriate Discussion Area. Through Monday, October 13, 2014, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses.
Write your initial response in 300–500 words. Your
response should be thorough and address all components of the
discussion question in detail, include citations of all sources, where
needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling,
grammar, and punctuation
Do the following when responding to your peers:
- Read your peers’ answers.
- Provide substantive comments by
- contributing new, relevant information from course readings, Web sites, or other sources;
- building on the remarks or questions of others; or
- sharing practical examples of key concepts from your professional or personal experiences
- Respond to feedback on your posting and provide feedback to other students on their ideas.
- Make sure your writing
- is clear, concise, and organized;
- demonstrates ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; and
- displays accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Grading Criteria
| Assignment Components | Max Points |
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Initial response was:
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16 |
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Discussion Response and Participation:
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16 |
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Writing:
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8 |
| Total: | 40 |
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Rating:
/5
Solution: Argosy B6027 Module 1 assignment 1 and 2