BUS 374 W01 Reflection

 BUS 374 W01 Reflection


The main concept, ideas, and topics of this week were the introduction of social innovation and what that entails. I have learned during this week that social innovation refers to the design and implementation of new solutions that imply conceptually, process, product, or organizational change, which ultimately aim to improve the welfare and well-being of individuals and communities.

I have realized the importance of taking part in this class and how I can design or create thoughts that can improve ideas that are already being implemented. I really appreciate what I have learned from reading the article "Rediscovery Social Innovation" which was how the private and public sectors need to work together for social innovation to be successful.  

I enjoyed watching the Ballard Center video because it was really inspiring and it made me feel that I could make a difference even if it's a small one.

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