The introduction of new technologies has significantly affected the social lives of many. These changes, which reflect how people use technology to interact, provide an example of trends that you might examine in your Final Research Paper. For this discussion, identify a significant change that has occurred in the way people communicate and share information, and reflect on the impact this change has had on individuals and society in general today (local and global). Keep in mind that not all social trends affect all groups in society to the same degree. In addition, examine the influence of social media on an individual’s personal and professional pursuits.

Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length. Support your claims with examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references.

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Briefly compare and discuss Louis Sullivan’s architectural principle that “form follows function”

With Frank Lloyd Wright’s principle as follows: 

“Form follows function—that has been misunderstood. Form and function should be one, joined in a spiritual union.”  – Frank Lloyd Wright

To examine this principle, observe some common objects. A pencil, comb, scissors, fork, or some similar object would be good choices for demonstration. Select an object to redesign or repurpose.  Be creative – many innovative and useful designs arise from simple improvements.

Name of Object: _____________________________________________________________

1. Describe the purpose of this object (its function).

2. Write directions for how the object should be used.

3. Describe its design (or form) as completely as possible. Include a description of its shape, material(s), color, texture, weight, and any other details you can observe.

4. Describe how the design of the object is connected to its use.

5. Name one thing you could change in the design of the object that would make it less functional.

6. Can you think of an improvement to make the object more functional?

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You  are asked to respond briefly to two issues.  First, look at Figure 1 in the Booklet (p. 13). Note: I presented and discussed this figure in Classroom Session 1.  The figure contrasts achievement and leisure with content variables for each, e.g. obligation, orientation to time.  Choose two of the content variables in achievement, and indicate how they are not supported in leisure.  Example: You would not call an activity leisure if you felt forced to do it.  I ask you to comment on how the variables make people “feel” about leisure.  Note that you can misrepresent how you feel about achievement. e.g. You can act happy or motivated when you are not.  You know-“Put on a Happy Face.”  You would not fake your leisure.  The variables can illustrate the reason for your answer. e.g. If your participation is based on choice….., If you are not worried about a deadline…., If you can develop your own ritual…..

In the second part of the assignment, you are asked to comment on the use of degree.  If you tell me that you can make leisure into work or work into leisure, you will lose points.  The experiences originate differently.  We are capable of changing experiences by degree.  This means that they are dynamic and subject to modification (versus fixed).  In other words, just because you go to the zoo doesn’t mean you like it.  Just because you are at a party, doesn’t mean you are enjoying it.  One experience originates with choice.  The other experience originates with obligation.  Note that you can use each or all of the variables to change the experience. e.g. In the context of achievement (work), I can give myself or my employees more choices to make a task seem less like work.  In the context of leisure, I can allot myself more time (enough time) in order to get more enjoyment out of an activity.  This is called changing an experience by degree.  The concept of degree can make it difficult to understand what leisure-based behavior is because it is possible to make a leisure activity feel like work, e.g. People may be asked to do something in leisure they do not want to do. In golf, people are often grouped with people they do not know or like.  They are choosing to play (be at leisure), but the experience is diminished by degree.  When people goof off at work, it may look like leisure. It is work changed by degree.  Would they be at the office if they did not have a bill to pay?  What I want you to remember is to use the origin of the behavior to determine the label.

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Indian Consumer Article Summary and Discussion Questions

The Indian Consumer: Apparel Clothing Involvement

     In the article, “How Cosmopolitan are Indian Consumers?: A Study on Fashion Clothing Involvement,” published in 2013 author Arpita Khare explores the possible opportunities that await clothing manufacturers and retailers targeting the Indian consumer. Khare has chosen to focus this study on a country rich with culture and tradition. As one of the notable BRICS nations, India boosts a large population, a thriving economy and spends a substantial amount of money on luxury fashion apparel. And yet, there is still much to be discovered about the Indian consumer’s involvement in fashion. This study attempts to shed a light on this particular consumer in part by addressing the effect that cosmopolitanism has on their choices for apparel.

     At first read this article presents the Indian consumer much like any other fashion consumer from many given countries, even western countries. For example, Khare notes in regard to the Indian consumer “…new money is purchasing luxury clothing as a symbol of wealth and status.” So what makes the Indian consumer so different from other consumers in other countries? One difference is the dichotomy of this consumer’s fashion choices. According to this study Indian consumers carefully balance their taste for luxury fashion with the need to be accepted within their social environment. Although this may be said for other countries and cultures, India is unique in this regard.

     The Indian consumer is cosmopolitan. This consumer is open to the influence of other cultures as it desires to be regarded as a sophisticated country by the global community. However, this study shows the importance Indians place on tradition and culture, and this is what makes the Indian consumer so interesting. A good example of this is the popular Bollywood emergence influenced by the famous Hollywood in Los Angeles. This is an illustration of how cultural influence works in India. India accepts the influence but merges it with Indian’s own unique culture. Much like Hollywood’s influence on India’s entertainment industry, the study shows that the Indian consumer has a distinct openness toward global fashion brands, but wants to make them their own.

     However, age may be a factor. Not surprisingly, Khare’s literature review shows that younger Indian consumers are more cosmopolitan than older Indian consumers. Unfortunately the ages of the participants in this study are relatively young, 18-40, so the findings in the study cannot confirm the findings in the review. It is interesting to note that many refused to participate in the study so, one has to wonder if it was the older population that declined. Does this say something about the Indian culture?

     In conclusion, understanding the Indian culture is the key to success for apparel companies longing to tap into this potentially lucrative market. Presenting this consumer with luxury fashion clothing styles while honoring the Indian collectivism tradition will most likely bring the most success. Of course, this is easier said than done, but considering the global sensation of Bollywood; if that unique balance is found, the fashion consumption of the Indian consumer may surprise everyone.

Discussion Question Choices:

Discuss how India’s collective culture influences the Indian consumer’s fashion clothing involvement.

Using both the current article findings and previous literature, what changes have occurred globally to cause the Indian consumers to be more cosmopolitan? 

Considering the success of international food chains in India, what are the factors or strategies required to make international apparel brands a success? Please use specific reasons and elaborate them accordingly.

India is considered to be the global leader of IT, yet they do not accept modified clothing. Discuss using references to support your opinion.

Can anyone else provide examples of how global fashion is currently influencing India and how Indian fashion is influencing global fashion trends?

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Write a 1,050- to 1,200-word paper on personal ethics development that examines your personal ethical system and ground rules.

•Focus on the developmental aspect of your ethics rather than on a particular position on any issue. •Define your underlying ethical system, its primary principles, the sources that helped shape your ethics—such as people, institutions, events, and so forth—and the criteria and decision-making factors you have used to revise them. •Discuss the potential effect of your ethics on your performance or use of them in your workplace. Use a specific personal example. •Explain why ethics are needed in an organization and how ethics are integrated into an organization to achieve its direction and goals. What effect does the application of these ethics have on individuals, organizations, and society?

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