Rather than a clear structure, fulfilled needs, or negotiated political order, the Bolman and Deal (1997) text suggests that what is needed in an organization is a shared and cohesive culture. Does this frame provide direction for promoting a shared and cohesive culture in the healthcare system? As you review readings from the Cultural-Symbolic Frame, consider if a shared and cohesive culture contributes to positive outcomes of other complex clients.
Directions for completing modules:
Individual Activity-Review all required readings and all module discussion questions. Each individual completes all module questions in rough form for his own benefit. Group leader will assign specific discussion questions the individual is to summarize at the WebBoard Module Category.
Group Activity-The group leader for each week is responsible for initiating discussions, facilitating discussions, and completing the week with a brief summary. Group leader will assign each group member the discussion questions for each assignment to be shared in writing, via the Web Board.
As a group member, submit discussion comments to the group and review responses received from group members. Generate questions/comments to their responses. Use the group as a sounding board for project activities. Summarize your assigned questions at the WebBoard.
Discussion Questions and Activities:
Conceptual and Theoretical Approaches in the Cultural-Symbolic Frame
Issues/Potential in Applying Concepts/Theory for Research and Practice with Complex Clients
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Elaine Domian, University of Kansas Medical Center, School of Nursing, January, 2001