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Assignment:  Unit 5 – Discussion BoardType:  Discussion BoardPoints Possible:  95Points Earned: Deliverable Length:  See assignment detailsView objectives for this assignmentDetailsLearnReadMy Work 

Assignment Description

The Discussion Board (DB) is part of the core of online learning. Classroom discussion in an online environment requires the active participation of students and the instructor to create robust interaction and dialogue. Every student is expected to create an original response to the open-ended DB question as well as engage in dialogue by responding to posts created by others throughout the week. At the end of each unit, DB participation will be assessed based on both level of engagement and the quality of the contribution to the discussion.

At a minimum, each student will be expected to post an original and thoughtful response to the DB question and contribute to the weekly dialogue by responding to at least two other posts from students. Two additional responses are required after Friday of each week. Students are highly encouraged to engage on the Discussion Board early and often, as that is the primary way the university tracks class attendance and participation.

The purpose of the Discussion Board is to allow students to learn through sharing ideas and experiences as they relate to course content and the DB question. Because it is not possible to engage in two-way dialogue after a conversation has ended, no posts to the DB will be accepted after the end of each unit.

Part 1

Based on your reading, discuss the following:

• What is the role of collective bargaining in the education or training industry today?
• What are the pros and cons of the collective bargaining process in the education or training industry today?
• What would you add to or change about the approaches and ideas proposed by the class?
• What literature gave you the best insight into the current situation? Why? Use citations and references as needed.

Part 2

Take a moment to reflect on your personal bias regarding the use of a collective bargaining agreement and what impact it may have on you in your current position. Would you be interested in working in a union environment? Would you be supportive of a union coming into your working environment? Would you be supportive of removing a union from your working environment? Why or why not? Carefully form your own viewpoint regarding unions.

Now ask yourself these same questions from the viewpoint of a leader, manager, and union in the education or training industry. Ponder the challenges that you may be faced within a leadership role or as a member of a union if you are operating in a collective bargaining environment.

Post a discussion of your opinion when you looked at it from a management angle versus your own opinion. Answer the following questions:

• Were they the same?
• What challenges did you discover?
• How did your viewpoints differ from those of classmates?
• In what direction do you think the collective bargaining approach is moving from the standpoint of the profession in which you work? What makes you think that?

In your own words, post a substantive response to the Discussion Board question(s) and comment on other postings.

Your response should address the DB question(s) and move the conversation forward. You will be graded on the quality of your postings, including mastery of the concept as well as critical thinking. If asked for your opinion, do not simply state that it is a good or bad idea; elaborate on your reasons and argument. Include enough detail to substantiate your thinking as well as your position on the questions or comments.

For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.

Your assignment will be graded in accordance with the following criteria. Click here to view the grading rubric.

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