"The BoP framework is the best way measure a global project's impact."...Change My Mind

Goal

Get students to think about alternative ways of evaluating a project's impact. Students should consider the value of the BoP impact assessment framework in domestic and international projects as well as it's limitations.

Details

You must haveposts on at least 3 separate daysfor this discussion assignment to be eligible for full credit. At least one of those 'posts' must be a discussion thread that you initiate which will evaluated using the following (below) criteria.(5 points maximum for discussion thread posting, 5 points maximum for additional [at least 2] postings)

Responding to the above "Change My Mind" prompt, start your own discussion thread on a'noteworthy'topic emerging from course readings, your own research, or your own experience. The initial discussion thread must:

1. Clearly state your chosen topic.
2. Briefly state why the topic is noteworthy.
3. Initiate a discussion with clear, sufficient, and appropriate support.

The following explains these expectations:

• Is your chosen topic clearly identified? Your chosen topic is clearly identified and not implied or difficult to discern or location in your discussion thread.
• Is it apparent why this discussion thread is noteworthy or important? You provide a clear reason why you chose this particular topic. For example, you have personal experience or external references (e.g., the course textbook, my podcasts, your own independent research, etc.) that either supports or contradicts your chosen topic.
• Is the discussion thread noteworthy or important? The 'so what?' principle, that is, would a peer or your supervisor care? For example, "risk management is important" would notcatch the attention or interest of your audience.
• Do you provide sufficient evidence? All sources are used with academic integrity, that is, are properly cited and attributed. Further, all evidence is credible, accurate and presented with an appropriate level of detail.
• Does your discussion demonstrate a sophisticated understanding, use and interpretation of material? Do you develop substantive ideas which integrate concepts, arguments, findings, etc. that have been addressed elsewhere in the course? As appropriate, are you able to properly associate personal and/or professional experiences in your discussion to make larger arguments?