Discussion Board for Module 6 (Part I) – Politics, and Symbols. Using what you have learned about the political and symbolic frames (Bolman & Deal, 2017), analyze one collaborative initiative within your school or district that relates to these two frames. Write the question and your answer to Q1 and Q2. See below for additional questions. Application of Political and Symbolic Frames Q1: Identify a collaborative initiative within your school or district. How did the political assumptions/propositions come into play when the collaborative effort was initiated and/or implemented? What or who were the sources of power and how was power exerted? Q2: What impact did the effort have on the vision, values, and culture of the school or district as it relates to support or resistance to change? What symbolic actions, if any, were taken by authorities or partisans? Discussion Board for Module 6 (Part II) – Organizational Improvement Change Project Update Post an update to your Organizational Improvement Change Topic. Apply what you have learned about generational diversity and the four frames discussed by Bolman and Deal (2017). The information you are posting will relate to sections three and four of your Organizational Improvement Change Project. Section three addresses obstacles, impediments and supports for change. Section four addresses applications of two or more of Bolman and Deal’s (2017) frames to your change initiative. Write the question and your answer to each of the following. Change Project Update Q3: How might generational differences impact the progress of your change project? How might you tap into existing hubs and nodes (Reeves, 2006) to garner support? Q4: Which frames are the most important to consider, given the climate and culture of your school or district? Include references from the literature, as appropriate, using APA citation. Below you will find what is needed for an A: 1. Length – The posting is at least 350 words in length. 2. Substantive and Grounded in Required Readings – The response is substantive and related to key concepts; there are no misconceptions. Readings are cited and referenced. 3. Examples Related to Readings – The response uses personal or professional examples to demonstrate the application of concepts or theories. 4. Clear, Concise – The response is clear, concise, and easy to understand. Terminology is used appropriately, and the response is logically organized. The book is below: Bolman, L., & Deal, T. E. (2017). Reframing organizations: Artistry, choice, and leadership (6th ed.). John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 8 required readings
