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As part of your doctoral seminar for this set of weeks, you are participating in a seminar-style discussion about the weekly topics. Complete an APA compliant, 7-10 page critical appraisal of Wright and use at least two other resources from the university's database in your appraisal. Be sure to address the following as a minimum:
Discuss the scope of the resource resource - what were the main arguments and propositions.
Discuss the purpose and philosophical approach.
Discuss the underlying assumptions and implications.
If referring to a research article, present the methodology, where relevant, and discuss any practical issues or reasons to question the author's perspective.
Relate the resource to the body of resources you have consulted in this course.
Discuss any evident limitations and opportunities for further inquiry.
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•Wright, E. O. (2010). Envisioning real utopias. London, England: Verso.
This book explores social theory and provides alternatives to the current capitalist structure of the world today.
Optional Resources
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•Abrams, J. (2008). Companies we keep: Employee ownership and the business of community and place. White River Junction, VT: Chelsea Green.
•Hawken, P. (2007). Blessed unrest: How the largest social movement in history is restoring grace, justice, and beauty to the world. New York, NY: Penguin Books.
•Semler, R. (1993). Maverick: The success story behind the world's most unusual workplace. New York, NY: Warner Books.
•Spanno, C. (Ed.). (2008). Real utopia: Participatory society for the 21st century. Oakland, CA: AK Press.
Articles
• Banai, M., Nirenberg, J., & Menachem, M. (2000). Leadership in self-managing organizations: Orpheus and a date plantation. Journal of Leadership Studies, 7(3), 3-17. Retrieved from SAGE Journals Online.
• Semler, R. (1989). Managing without managers: How one unorthodox company makes money by avoiding decisions, rules, and executive authority. Harvard Business Review, 67(5), 76-84. Retrieved from Business Source Complete.
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