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The Discussion Board question for Week 6 is:
From an employee perspective, what are three advantages of working in a unionized organization?  What are three disadvantages?
Discussion Forum Participation
Online discussions pose an opportunity for rich and meaningful student learning and interaction. Online discussions extend classroom learning by providing an asynchronous method of communication for the exchange of meaningful ideas that promote critical thinking and develop thoughtful reflective learning. All students are expected to participate in each weekly discussion. These forums will be grounded in durable or critical thinking utilizing case studies, problem/solution scenarios or other appropriate assignments.
Students must answer all questions in APA style, citing references from the book and other sources.  All answers must be at least two paragraphs.  Students must also reply to at least two other students’ posting.
The questions posed in the discussion board/forum are generally related to a major topic examined in the assigned readings. These online discussions pose an opportunity for rich and meaningful student learning and interaction. Online discussions extend classroom learning by providing an asynchronous method of communication for the exchange of meaningful ideas that promote critical thinking and develop thoughtful reflective learning. All students are expected to participate in each weekly discussion. These forums will be grounded in critical thinking. Students are expected to participate, so please be on time with your postings. You can post your answer and responses at any time prior to the stated deadlines. Since discussions require class interaction, no credit will be given if the post is not submitted in the week due. Although you can use other sources to answer the discussion topics and essays, you are also required to include information from the week’s readings.
Consider the following when you post:
Is the contribution mechanically clear enough for readers to understand the points being made?
Is the contribution on time?
Does the contribution meet the minimum length requirements?
Does the contribution reference assigned readings or other resources?
Does the post contain “critical thinking” that is indicative of the paradigms in the field?
Are the ideas communicated with respect for those who may dissent?
You are also required to respond to at least two colleagues – at least one half-page each. Consider the following when you reply:
Is the reply mechanically clear enough for readers to understand the points?
Does the tone of the reply demonstrate respect towards the author of the original post?
Does the reply inspire further discussion among the class?
All postings will be completed by Sunday midnight and will use a grading rubric.
Other things to consider:
Please be professional and courteous.
Online communication lacks the non-verbal cues that provide much of the meaning in face-to-face conversations. Choose your words carefully, phrase your sentences clearly, and keep your sentences and paragraphs brief.
Review appropriate “Netiquette” at http://www.albion.com/netiquette/ (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
State the main topic of your posting in the Subject line.
State your purpose for writing at or near the beginning of your message whenever possible.
Proofread what you post. You may want to use a word processor to draft what you intend to say, check your spelling and grammar, and then paste your text into the Message section of your posting.
Please do not use all capital letters. It makes it hard to read, and it comes across as though you were shouting.
Watch: 
How to handle a grievance like a Pro
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kQDGRembw4
USOPM (September 13, 2013). How to Handle a Grievance Like a Pro [Video file]. Retrieved from Youtube.