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Course Objectives:
To examine the classic Organization Systems schools ofO including 'Central Debates in the OSC Literature.' (hover over for short list) and write potentially publishable journal article on 'critical ontology' of OSC.
To explore the strengths and weakness of the main OSC theoretical approaches and acquaint you with multiple levels of analysis and advanced qualitative methods for empirical research in this field in a potentially-publishable journal article (ready for submission).
To review professional, ethical, legal, cross-cultural, and sustainability issues related to OSC of 'critical ontology' Praxis.
To acquire a thorough understanding of the Pragmatic COPE [please hover over for definition to appear]OSC Theory, with special focus this term on Critical Ontology analysis
To develop a 'Critical Pragmatic Ontologic' (hover over for short definitions) appreciation of the historical roots of OSC field
To develop new researchable theories and ideas, including your own pragmatic-critical-ontologic theory of OSC Theory in weekly Homework discussion answers as basis for writing an article together
To examine your own participation and embededness in OSC 'critical' ontology, to understand how it impacts on you and your work with Others in ontico-ontologic ways. To become adept at practicing assessment of the Sustainability of OSC [please hover over for definition to appear]
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In sum, our task is to arrive at the primordial experience of OSC in an ontological standpoint of its positive possibilities of Being, while shaking off the 'social constructivism' traditions of the obscured schemata of open systems thinking treated as self-evident categories that have neglected the problem of Being in-space, in-time, and in-materialisms
A - Excellent Outstanding Term Project write ups, Homework write ups of answers to questions posed in class; Excellent references, starting with those from folder in Homework with article on our focus topic, Fractal Change Management. Demonstrates superior understanding of ontological qualitative method and theory. On time peer-feedback comments on their answers to Homework questions. Excellent participation in instructor's discussion of readings; makes contribution to success of course; work makes sound contribution to our class. Meets with instructor in office hours (or appointment), periodically to discuss teaching/learning process and outcomes. Is able use critical thinking in a convivial and professional manner. Open to learning new paradigms, new ontologies, new epistemologies, and new methodologies of systemicity study. Contributes ideas to instructor and peers that make the class more effective for all.
B - Submits good write up of Term Project, keep up with discussion, makes contributions, and has above average understanding of ontologic-pragmatic method and theory; is contributing actively to the success of the course; good contribution to the success of our class and a harmonious convivial atmosphere. Does on time peer comments on their answer. Is open to learning new theories and methods. Met at least once with instructor in office hours (or appointment), periodically to discuss teaching/learning process and outcomes. Works to make class better for all.
C - The Term project write up is average, or slightly below average; does not keep up with Homework write ups, is not concerned with ontological inquiry, does not make as important a contribution in their Journal-Project writing. Is closed to new ideas, new paradigms, and cannot go outside narrow self-interests of scholarship. Forgets to be on time with peer comments on their answers. Had problems or a petulant, querulous, fractious, or disgruntled attitude with class, or instruction, and did not meet with instructor to discuss and problem solve. Is only able to learn theories and methods that have direct utility to self-interests. Does not help instructor or peers make this an excellent experience for all.
D - In class - seems distracted, is not prepared, Homework sometimes late, the contribution to term-project is not substantial. Had problems with class, or an attitude (see above) to instruction, but did not bother to go to instructor in office hours or appointment to address their concerns. Wastes class' and instructor's time trying not to learn, defending not reading, not writing, not participating in constructive manner. Does not do 2 or more peer comments on their answers.
F - Failure to participate in class, and non-performance Homework and/or Term project (did not pull weight); or just plagiarism; or very disruptive in class, including on cell phone, texting during discussion or lecture time, distracted, and a distraction to others and/or to the instructor that is relentless. Had problems with class, or developed an attitude (see above) to instruction, but did not bother to go to instructor in office hours or appointment to directly work out concerns.
Grading:
Point Spread for Grade Determination
92.1 to 100 = A 78 to 79.9 = B-
90 to 92 = A- 75 to 77.9 = C+
85 to 89.9 = B+ 70 to 74.9 = C
80 to 84.9 = B 68 to 69.9 = C-
etc.
. How do we break out of thes patterns that are so very unsustainable? "Change your food change your life" (Finley, YouTube)
We are all connected! How to Change your Fractal a handout by Dr. Tonya Henderson.
Watch Tonya Henderson TEDx talk, The Fractal Challenge. Fractal Storytelling is about the patterns of various kinds of fractals that form organizational behavior and habits. For example, when the economy spirals out of control, or spirals upward into more stable increases.
I am developing an Embodied Restorying Lab at NMSU. Embodied Restorying is a method for diagnosing the constraining 'dominant narrative' of an organization, and developing 'little wow moments' of exception that can be assembled into a 'new story' a new antenarrative pathway to a different future than the organization was on in its environment.See Boje's video ‘Quantum Storytelling’ on YouTube and articles (Rosile, 2007; Rosile & Boje, 2002). Boje is affiliated as Honorary Doctorate with the lab in Denmark for Material Storytelling at Aalborg University, founded by Dr. Anete Mikkala Camille Strand (2012).
Photo: Anete Mikkala Camille Strand, Ph.D. at the Material Storytelling Lab at Aalborg University, Denmark (Photo by D. Boje, 2014).
1. Ron Eglash: The fractals at the heart of African designshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPjSjNRwdEw&feature=youtu.be TED Talk YouTube
Past Examples In 2012, we worked as a class to bring about change in 'sustainability' at NMSU by interviewing leaders on campus, attending meetings of Sustainability Council, submitting our proposals to the President, Provost, and VP of Research, and submitted our work for publication.
In 2008, we did an Arts Convention for Las Cruces. As we get going we will discuss our collective interests, and find a project that suits us all. As the term proceeds you will collect storytelling using 'ontological' protocols' (asking 'how' questions about the future), 'retrospective protocols (asking 'what' happened questions about the past), and doing some 'conversation analysis' and 'action analysis' of in situ real spacetimemattering storytelling.
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o Incompletes
("I" grades): Given for passable work that could not be completed due to
circumstances beyond the student's control (e.g., severe
illness, death in the immediate family). These circumstances
must have developed after the last day to withdraw from the
course. Requests for "I" grades should be made to
the instructor, but must be approved by the Management
Department Head.
o Withdrawals:
It is the responsibility of the student to know important
dates such as University drop dates; last day to withdraw
with a W is March 16. Moreover, it is the responsibility of
the student to officially withdraw from any class that he or
she intends to drop.
o Cheating:
Cheating will not be tolerated. Punishment for those caught
cheating will be an 'F' in the course. The person will
also be subject to further sanctions as indicated in the
student code of conduct.
STUDENTS
WITH DISABILITIES:
If you have (or
believe you have) a
disability & would benefit from
classroom
accommodation(s),
contact the Services
for Students with
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Feel free to call the Student Accessibility Services (SAS) Office at 575-646-6840 or email at sas@nmsu.edu with any questions you may have on student issues related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA and/or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act). Students requesting accommodations and/or services relating to a disability may seek assistance from the SAS Office located in Corbett Center, Room 244. All medical information will be treated confidentially. If you have already registered, please make sure that your instructor receives a copy of the accommodation memorandum from SAS within the first two weeks of classes. It is your responsibility to inform either your instructor or a SAS representative in a timely manner if services/accommodations provided are not meeting your needs. Questions regarding NMSU’s Non-discrimination Policy and discrimination complaints should be referred to Gerard Nevarez, Office of Institutional Equity, 575-646-3635.
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Student
Responsibilities
1.
Within
a few days of the
start of the
semester, register
with SSD
& obtain forms.
2. Within
the first 2 weeks of
beginning of classes
(or within 1 week of
the date services
are to commence),
deliver the
completed forms to
the instructor(s).
3.
Within
5 days of giving the
forms to faculty
& at least 1
week before any
scheduled exam,
retrieve the signed
forms from faculty
& return them to
SSD.
4. Contact
the SSD
Office if
services/accommodations
requested are not
being provided, not
meeting your needs,
or additional
accommodations are
needed.
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Faculty
Responsibilities
1.
Within
five 5 working days
after student gives
you the forms, sign
them, retain a copy,
& return
originals to the
student.
2. Contact
SSD
immediately if there
are any questions or
disputes regarding
accommodation(s),
disruptive behavior,
etc.
3. Refer
the student to SSD
for any additional
accommodations.
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1.Absentee policy: Students with more than two absences will be dropped
administratively. Administrative drops will be processed by the 90 day deadline. Any absence (medical, athletic, or whatever other reason)
requires a makeup paper (3 page minimum) based upon the assigned readings.
Students who miss class, for any reason must do a make-up (see # 4)
2. Academic and non-academic
misconduct: rules of classroom behavior: (1) no joint papers; (2) no
disrespect to others students or professor (i.e. no blind emails); (3) no
plagiarism of others’ work (please use proper references; you are responsible
to fully understand what is plagiarism). Grade of “F” will appear for
violation of rules 1 to 3. See Student Code of Conduct in the NMSU Student
Handbook (www.nmsu.edu/~vpss/03-04handkbook.pdf).
3. Multiple submissions: Not
legitimate to submit class work in this course that has been submitted in
other courses.
4. Make-up work on Homework and/or final paper are due on due date; no
exceptions. If you miss a class for some good reason, then you can write a
make-up paper (3 to 5 pages) on the readings assigned. Call it distance ed.
See absentee policy above.
5. NMSU and the individual members of
its faculty, staff, and student body recognize their responsibility for
protection of the rights and welfare of human subjects. Please read and
understand the NMSU
human subjects guidelines.
6. Disabilities/Employee
Relations: Call the Director of Institutional Equity at 505.646.3635 with any
questions you may have about NMSU's Non-Discrimination Policy &
complaints of discrimination, including sexual harassment. Call the Coordinator
of Services for Students with Disabilities at 505.646.6840 regarding student
issues related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and/or Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. All medical information will be
treated confidentially.
7. Final Exams: The dates
for final exams are published in the NMSU course schedule each
semester. The date or time at which the final is offered may not be
changed without the unanimous approval of students in the course as well as
the approval of the department head. No exam given during the week
before Finals Week may be more than one class period in length.
8. Incomplete Grades: Under
university policy, incompletes may be given only if a student has a passing
grade at mid-semester (the last day to withdraw from a class) and is
precluded from successful completion of the second half of the course by a
documented illness, documented death, family crisis or other similar
circumstances beyond the student's control. An incomplete should not be
given to avoid assigning a grade for marginal or failing work.
Requirements for removal of the I grade must be
clearly stated on the I grade form and a copy of the form must be provided to
the student. It is up to the faculty member to determine
whether an incomplete is appropriate. Incompletes do not automatically
convert to F's if the course is not completed.
9. Record Retention:
Instructors or their departments are required to keep grade books or computer
records of students' scores, the course grading record, attendance records
(when absences are penalized), etc. for two years. In cases involving
grade appeals, records should be kept for at least two years after the appeal
is adjudicated.
10. Students learn the ethics of systems practice and research. This includes following New Mexico State
University IRB Human Subjects procedures. Please have anyone doing interviews
fill out the following consent form. Please review any material with the
client that you intend to appear in any king of conference paper or
publication. Training in interviewing about systems is covered under this IRB. For publishing beyond the confines of this course, you will need your own IRB. Please have interviewees complete a Confidentiality Form (copy to be stored in Boje's office,
BC 318; give copy to interviewee)
NMSU is a recipient of federal funds and the following notice to students is included on the class syllabus:
Class Syllabus Notice:
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) covers issues relating to disability and accommodations. If a student has questions or needs an accommodation in the classroom (all medical information is treated confidentially), contact:Trudy Luken, Director Student Accessibility Services (SAS) - Corbett Center, Rm. 244 Phone: (575) 646-6840 E-mail: sas@nmsu.edu Website: http://sas.nmsu.edu/
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Please notify your instructor, David M. Boje, immediately if you are the recipient of any discrimination.
For more information on discrimination issues, Title IX, Campus SaVE Act, NMSU Policy Chapter 3.25, NMSU's complaint process, or to file a complaint contact: Gerard Nevarez, Title IX Coordinator Agustin Diaz, Title IX Deputy Coordinator Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) - O'Loughlin House, 1130 University Avenue Phone: (575) 646-3635 E-mail: equity@nmsu.edu Website: http://eeo.nmsu.edu/
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