Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Decision Making
I must admit, during this exercise, I took the 'avoidance' approach. I admit, I could have been more active, but I did show up to class a little late and sat waaaay in the back in the corner, making me very withdrawn from the class. I also felt that it would have been hard to have been heard in a class of 80 students and I heard what I felt would have been fair (curve and lowest grade dropped) from several other students. I am happy with the results but I think that we could have been more organized as a class, perhaps employing the compromise concept to get everyone in class involved. This would allow a fair chance from everyone, not just the few people who decided to take charge.
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Its difficult to have your opinions heard in a room filled with people so I understand why you took the avoidance approach. If there is a better organized structure to reach a decision it would have been perhaps much easier.
I feel sometimes when you are late to a class or sitting in the back, there is a little of a detachment
from the class. It is hard to get into the activities. It is even harder to be hear from so many people trying to talk over each other. I think the avoidance approach was sort of expected. Everyone had their own agendas, and you were happy with what you heard about a curve and dropping the lowest grade. So there was lack of motivation as well. Different motivations and satisfaction levels went into play that influenced our behaviors.You were satisfied with the curve and lowest grade dropped. But some people wanted more. Some people might not have even cared if they got a 100 or other high grade.
I wanted more people to speak up, so it could of helped the process go smoother. It ok if you did not because that type of environment could be overwhelming for many people. Next time get involved, your ideas might change the outcome for the better
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