Discussion 1
Diffusion of Hybrid Corn in Iowa
The diffusion of hybrid corn in Iowa communities supports the understanding of change in the social and organizational systems by the channels of communication. The story of the diffusion of hybrid corn was considered a big success for Iowa State University. Bryce Ryan and Neal Gross played an active role in forming the paradigm towards classical distribution. They researched the farmers who were adopting the new hybrid seeds for their farms. In the past, people used old commonly used root, but when the hybrid seed was presented in the market, Iowa farmers adopted it. According to his research, farmers heard about the sources from different communication channels as magazines, interpersonal communication, and articles on agriculture. It describes how changes in social behavior occur that bring changes in communication and society. Bryce Ryan and Neal Gross studied two types of knowledge that a person gets by discussing local knowledge, and the second one is public knowledge. Based on their research, they presented various models of adoption. In my life, there several examples that can be given for the explanation of the concept of diffusion process such as once in the academic life, I was worried about the history subject because there were many years presented in the chapter with incidents and events and I was unable to learn all by heart. Then I read a magazine and got the new trick to learn years by relating it to the incident that I know when was happened.
Discussion 2
Diffusion of News of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks
Modern communication channels are introduced in the present age that spread the news worldwide within a few minutes. At the same time, the change in the story is also standard. In the 50 years’ time, period news changed a lot. In the beginning, it was heard that some terrorists are involved in this attack. While after the investigation, it was said that political powers are engaged in the increasing trend of terrorism in America to get their benefits. According to the latest news, these political powers were also involved in the 9/11 attack. I heard the information on my social media contacts. As grandparents and parents, my family members received the story from the news channel telecasting the news live with detailed information about the attack. The three most important news events are news about the hurricane in 2017, the attack on the world trade center, and Obama elected as president of America. 9/11 attack impacted memory as one of the most terrible incidents I ever heard, and because of this, I still feel insecure in public places.
Discussion 3
Communication Channels in the Innovation-Decision Process for Tetracycline
There were different channels for communication in the innovation-decision process for tetracycline: newspapers, magazines, social media, and televisions. Each channel has its role and importance but in my view television is most important. Electronic media, as television, provide more transparent information as compared to print media. In television news, chances of ambiguity are fewer people can understand the actual situation from the videos or live transmission of television channels. In the knowledge, stage mass media was more effective, but interpersonal communication channels influence the persuasion stage. The mobile phone is an innovation of the time that was commonly in use 20 years ago. Mass media channels influenced me to join social circles using mobile phones to develop interaction, contact, and positive relationships with the world.
Discussion 4
Organizing for Social Change: A Dialectic
Yes, poor people are also as creditworthy as the wealthiest or rich people. Because all human beings are equal. Races and economic status differences are humanmade, not biological. God created all human being equal without any superiority based on the financial status of the person. In my views, Grameen America Bank can also work in the United States if all employees accept the reality that human being is equal and has equal right on this universe. Through ethical training programs, discrimination and stereotyping can be removed from the Grameen America Bank, and it can work successfully.
Discussion 5
Good Work’ Community Suppers – Athens Ohio
Friday nightlife is different from the soup kitchen. The only similarity between both is just the purpose of both programs as Friday nightlife and soup kitchen are both working for the people to support them lead a beautiful life. At the same time, the difference is related to the way or method to achieve the purpose. Friday nightlife organizes greeting and cheer up people affected by hunger in the community by doing well with them. At the same time, the soup kitchen provides food to the people who are hungry and homeless. They promote the use of social media platforms. In comparison, I will advance through the mass media and interpersonal communication.
Discussion 6
People Who said No to Innovation: The Old Order Amish
Amish can be perceived as an UN-innovative person. Acceptance of change is challenging, especially when you are not familiar with the difference. It requires learning new knowledge. Therefore people feel comfortable to work according to the old patterns. Amish teens find it very difficult to adopt change or innovation because they do not want to leave the Amish lifestyle and families. Design requires hardworking, that is also a challenge for them. Amish teens up bring among the Amish family; therefore, they quickly adapt their lifestyle, and lack of interaction with the external environment also contributes to this manner. Accordingly, adjust in their Amish categories only.
Discussion 7
Mainly cluster in the food is market demands and a group of people. Malcolm Gladwell discusses food clusters in his research studies. As a change agent in the food market, I will change the food’s tastes and presentation. I will try to present food in an innovative way that grabs the attention of the customers. Growth in the taste of the cake and other food items using different flavors seems an exciting idea for me for change in the food industry. Presentation styles for food items are ancient. I will bring change in the presentation of cake by presenting themes cake. The change agent can maximize the shift by bringing adaptive change that brings improvement, not only changes. It should fulfill the needs of the customers. People want the difference in their birthday and anniversary cakes’ tastes and designs because they want something new. In this way, my innovative taste and designs will grab their attention.
Discussion 8
New Millennium Thought: Perspectives
Being a part of the company’s top management, I would like to work for innovation systems. In the meeting, I will present the company’s strategic plan for the next ten years. At first, I will give the problems in detail and the company’s mission that is ignored and fulfilled. Then I will present what changes top management will bring in the company for innovation. Innovation and growth will be firstly bringing in the communication system. The new system communication process will be strengthened to enable the employees to communicate efficiently. This will reduce the wastage of time and bring understanding among the employees. Innovation and changes are significant for the success of the company. Therefore I will also explain in detail to the employees what benefits they will take as the result of a new strategic change plan.
