DISCUSSION QUESTION

Question 1, Jerry Harvey’s Definition of Cheating                                                           

In your own words, explain Jerry Harvey’s Definition of Cheating as it relates to leadership, including the main concepts he mentions. Based on this article, should you cheat in this class? Why? What moral lessons do you face when you choose to cheat or not to cheat? What is “cheating” anyways?

 Jerry Harvey’s Definition of Cheating:     click to access

 

Question 2, Dixon’s Theory of Leadership                                                   

Having read this leadership case study, describe the leadership characteristics of the leader, comparing them only to yourself. What lessons could you draw from this case study as applied only to yourself, and why?

Dixon – chapter 3 – Leadership Case Study – The Crimean War:       click to access

 

Question 3, The Concept of the Leader                                                         

Based on the course lectures and having read the article below, please explain who and what the leader is. Provide examples of leaders and non-leaders. How would you be able to tell who is and who is not a leader? Are managers leaders? Are you a leader in this leadership class?

Who is a Leader – article:                              click to access

 

Extra Credit Only. Management, Leadership, and Authoritydiscretionary points

Explain and articulate your understanding of chapters 1 – 6 only as they apply to you, our class, and university. What conclusions could you draw between your observations and UDC today? Are the ideas still valid today as they applies to our class only?

Obedience to Authority book:    click to access