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Provide an example of each of the following. It’s best to provide examples of your own decisions, or someone close to you. If necessary, you can invent something. You will find a discussion of this topic in Chapter 1 of Decision Analysis for the Professional
1. A good decision with a bad outcome.
2. A bad decision with a good outcome.
Discussion Rubric
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResponsiveness to Assignment and RelevanceResponsive and relevant to prompt, instructions, stated requirements. |
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20.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganizationPosts are well-organized, logically constructed and stated, and use sound reasoning. Insightful and original thought. Analysis is supported with evidence and/or examples. |
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20.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting QualityAll grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, and proofing comply with conventional English. Paper is concise with few, if any, extraneous words. Level of formality is appropriate for audience. Avoids triteness and unwarranted generalization. |
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20.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeNetiquetteNetiquette is consistently observed in all posts and responses. |
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20.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTimelinessPosts are well distributed throughout week so that other classmates have time to read, reflect, and respond to the student’s initial post. Response posts are not done at the last moment. |
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20.0 pts |
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Total Points: 100.0 |
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Textbook Readings
Note – the due date for this assignment is the date you should begin your work on the material.
Kahneman, D. (2011). Thinking, fast and slow. New York, NY: Farrar, Straus, and Giroux.
- Chapter 1: The Characters of the Story
- Chapter 2: Attention and Effort
- Chapter 4: The Associative Machine
- Chapter 5: Cognitive Ease
- Chapter 19: The Illusion of Understanding
McNamee, P., & Celona, J. (2005). Decision analysis for the professional (4th ed.). Menlo Park, CA: SmartOrg, Inc.
- Chapter 1: Introduction
Recommended Supplementary Readings
Russo, J. E. & Schoemaker, P. J. H. (1989). Decision Traps. New York, NY: Doubleday.
- Introduction: Decision-Making in the Real World
- Chapter 1: An Excellent Decision-Making Process