This document outlines the agenda and content for the first class of an introduction to social entrepreneurship course. The class will include introductions, a review of the syllabus and class structure, establishing ground rules, and defining key concepts related to social entrepreneurship. Specifically, it will explore how social entrepreneurship differs from traditional entrepreneurship in terms of motivations, innovation approaches, resourcefulness, and risk-taking. The class will also provide an example of a social enterprise and introduce the idea of analyzing social systems.
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APS 1015 Class 1 - Intro to SE and Systems
1. APS 1015: Social Entrepreneurship
Class 1: Introduction to Social
Entrepreneurship and Social Systems
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
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Instructors:
Norm Tasevski (norm@socialentrepreneurship.ca)
Alex Kjorven (alex@socialentrepreneurship.ca)
NORMAdd link to sourceCourse is about SE. Ask, “who has heard the term social entrepreneurship? – show of hands (where did you hear it? what does it mean?)Focus is on what SE is, and how it is used in practice
NORMOur goal – to get students in a position to start a social enterprise by the end of the courseWe will give you the theory because you need it, but we want to emphasize the practiceWe’ll give you the tools, evaluate you on it, and will give you a chance to pitch your idea to actual investors (and give you exposure to real entrepreneurs)We’ll get into more detail when we go through the syllabus
NORMWhat I doEducationConnection to SE
KARIMWhat I doEducationConnection to SE
NORMTask: Ask the class, “give me your name, and an aspect of your personality that you think makes you a prospective (social) entrepreneur”
NORM Start with some introductions so we can get to know who you are then we will review the syllabus and class structure ground rules for the class first part of the lecture before the break will be on social entrepreneurship – defining it, providing examples, and introducing some of the key themes that we will talk about further in the course the second part of the lecture – after the break – will focus on social enterprise… definitions, examples, and setting the stage for later lectures we’ll then review what we learned, and prep for next week’s lecture
NORM & KARIMCover:Course objectives – balancing macro and micro (theory and practice)Term assignmentWeek-by-week – note that class schedule may change due to availability of guest speakersOverview – NormReadings - Karim
NORMThings to DoEdit list directly on the slide (if changes are suggested)Demonstrate the 5 fingers rule:5 Fingers – It’s a great idea and I will be one of the leaders in implementing it.4 Fingers – I think it’s a good idea/decision and will work for it.3 Fingers – I’m not in total agreement but feel comfortable to let this decision or a proposal pass without further discussion.2 Fingers – I am more comfortable with the proposal but would like to discuss some minor issues.1 Finger – I still need to discuss certain issues and suggest changes that should be made.Fist – A no vote - a way to block consensus. I need to talk more on the proposal and require changes for it to pass
NORM Start with some introductions so we can get to know who you are then we will review the syllabus and class structure ground rules for the class first part of the lecture before the break will be on social entrepreneurship – defining it, providing examples, and introducing some of the key themes that we will talk about further in the course the second part of the lecture – after the break – will focus on social enterprise… definitions, examples, and setting the stage for later lectures we’ll then review what we learned, and prep for next week’s lecture
NORM Start with some introductions so we can get to know who you are then we will review the syllabus and class structure ground rules for the class first part of the lecture before the break will be on social entrepreneurship – defining it, providing examples, and introducing some of the key themes that we will talk about further in the course the second part of the lecture – after the break – will focus on social enterprise… definitions, examples, and setting the stage for later lectures we’ll then review what we learned, and prep for next week’s lecture
NORMTask: Get class to think of one word they would use to describe entrepreneurship Write down words on the board
NORM
NORMKey difference – from money to community
NORMKey idea – building“resiliency” of communities
NORMKey idea – engaging people, collaborating
NORMKey idea – engaging people, collaborating
KARIMTimeraiser is a Canadian non-profit event supporting artists and non-profit agencies in six communities across Canada. Timeraiser's mission is to "bring people to causes and causes to people"The Timeraiser is described as "part volunteer fair, part silent art auction, and part night on the town“. Participants bid volunteer hours to charitable organizations and charities, in return for “puchasing” artwork by local artists. The event is a way for people to find causes and for agencies to connect with skilled volunteers.
Challenge your assumptions!!
KARIM
KARIM
NORMKey lesson – the definition of SE is fuzzy - does this fuzziness weaken the term? (i.e. if everyone is a social entrepreneur, does it weaken)Goal – to distinguish SE from CSR, charity, etc
NORMIs Walmarta social enterprise – reason for, reason againstGoal – to distinguish SE from CSR, charity, etc
NORMKey lesson – tensionUltimate challenge of each SE is balancing opposing forces (e.g. social and financial mission)We will discuss tools you can use to deal with these tensions, and will learn from other entrepreneurs on how they’ve dealt with their tensionsYou should feel tension as you develop your SEA theme in the courseHow do you distinguish social enterprise from regular company? Motivation, intent, way of thinking, sacrifice
NORMGoal – to distinguish SE from CSR, charity, etcDefinitions are blurry
Hand out assignment!!!
Get students to think of one word to answer:CompassionEmotional reaction to injustice
Get a student to readWhat is the problem with these definitions? They are detached, emotionless, passionless – this isn’t what social entrepreneurship motivation is all about
Pakistani FloodsPic from Time Magazine
Drug house in Bucharest – economy caused closing of needle houses, people fear risk of HIV going upPic from Time Magazine
Homelessness in Toronto (Pic from: http://www.walkinghome.ca/facts/)What did you think/feel when we saw these photos?
What is your reaction?Why do some people see these types of images and act, and others not?Is there a difference if you are living it as opposed to seeing it from afar?Reflect on this for your term assignment
Email link, just in case: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUG4JXE6K4A
From Bornstein book
Link, just in case: http://www.ted.com/talks/jeff_skoll_makes_movies_that_make_change.htmlAsk, who is Jeff Skoll?Show first 6:20 minutes of TED clipTell students about TED Talks
From Bornstein book
Link, just in case: http://www.ted.com/talks/jacqueline_novogratz_inspiring_a_life_of_immersion.htmlAsk, who is Jacqueline NovotratzShow first 5ish minutes of TED clip
Image from: http://dimensionsidesign.com/ Break this up – as you debate, think about the other side (what is their motivation?)Frame this: What does success look like? Where are the lines? Bring up the Walmart exampleWhere is the line? Is it drawn by money? How else is it drawn?Why is it okay for corporations to make a lot of money, but it isn’t for social enterprises?Link back to the perspectives of the panelists at end of the courseWhat about microfinance? It has been growing for years, and there are plans for IPOs. Is this a logical thing to do? Is this reflective of what is expected of social entrepreneurs?Who is benefitting?Karim – Yunus against IPOsLesson: It is a fear among social enterprises to make too much money (sellouts)Revisit Ben and Jerry’s example – if you were in their shoes, what would you have done (knowing that it dilutes the social mission)?it’s okay to talk about money, but you need to know where your personal line is
Flu – the virus doesn’t attack a person, the body creates the conditions for the flu to flourishTalk about the way this happens –
Flu – the virus doesn’t attack a person, the body creates the conditions for the flu to flourishTalk about the way this happens –
Flu – the virus doesn’t attack a person, the body creates the conditions for the flu to flourishTalk about the way this happens –
NORMFocus on the distinction between entrepreneur and enterprise
