DePaul University Druckers Theory of Incongruity Analysis Discussion

1. Choose one theory from the following:

• Lateral and Vertical Thinking
• Sustaining and Disrupting Innovation
• 1-2 of Drucker’s Seven Sources of Opportunity
• Traditional vs. Social Entrepreneurship

2. Define the theory. Use quotes from the text. No more than 20% of your paper can consist of quotes and data. (4 points) You will be able to see this percentage when you submit the paper.

3. Have a clear, one sentence thesis statement in the first paragraph of your paper. (4 points)

Write two 250 word sections articulating the concept in and give examples from the text, from your own experience and/or from the world at large. Be specific and concise. It is better to go into more detail on a specific idea than to generalize about broad concepts. You are not required to research other sources for this paper. This is an opportunity for you to digest the ideas that are of value to you. MLA formatting (4 points). You may use this same topic for your final paper.

Discussion 1:

In this course, we have looked at Edward De Bono’s Lateral Thinking techniques as a means to alternate pattern-making to create more dynamic questions. We’ve looked a Clayton Christensen’s Disruptive Innovation, Peter Drucker’s Seven Opportunities, Michael Michalko’s SCAMPER, and more. Imagine that you are packing a backpack with the ideas from this course that you’d like to carry forward. Name 2-3 of those from the list above, or from other readings, videos, the film, or anything from the course.

Discussion 2:

Read the two articles on Blockbuster and Netflix. Using Christensen’s Theory of Sustaining and Disruptive Technology AND/OR De Bono’s ideas about Challenging Assumptions AND/OR Drucker’s Seven Sources, explain the descent of Blockbuster and the ascent of Netflix. Avoid language that suggests one company did something right and one did something wrong. Apply the theory.

MIN 200 words per discussion