Appreciative Inquiry

About the Course

Sometimes, it seems like all the news around us is bad news. Appreciative Inquiry (sometimes known as AI) challenges this mindset, focusing on the good that is happening in our lives and organizations. AI is a method for implementing change that is rooted in being positive, sharing stories of things that work well, and leveraging people’s strengths and the power of co-creation to initiate lasting, powerful changes that can make an organization the best it has ever been, because of people who care and are committed.

Course Schedule

This course is self-paced allowing you flexibility in the time needed to complete the course. You decide the order and progression you’d like to take, allowing you to revisit and review sections in greater depth as needed.

This course has the following:

• Interactive quizzes
• Downloads
• Supplemental Reference Materials

Following the course, you will complete an assessment which requires you to demonstrate your understanding of key course concepts. Upon successful completion of the assessment you will be awarded an electronic certificate of completion.

Course Chapters

• Appreciative Inquiry
• AI Success Principles
• 4-D Model of AI
• Your AI Initiative

Course Objectives

After completing this course, learners should be able to:

• Identify the fundamentals of Appreciative Inquiry.
• Describe the 4 "Ds" of Appreciative Inqiury: discovery, dreaming, design, and destiny.
• Apply a simple Appreciative Inquiry process.

Recommended Background

This course will help leaders and managers implement and support positive change in an organization or agency.

FAQ

Aside from an internet connection, what resources will I need for the course?

No additional resources are required for this course.

Will I get a certificate after completing the course?

Yes! All courses include a final assessment to evaluate your understanding of key course concepts. A certificate of completion will be offered to you if you complete the assessment with a score of 80% or higher.

Why should I take this course?

Each Eppley e-course is designed collaboratively among experienced instructional designers, subject matter experts, and our partner organizations and institutions. The course curriculum includes current information and best practices in the field, and it is recognized by national leaders in parks, recreation, and land management. Not only will this course benefit your career by expanding your knowledge base, but it will also enhance your application and problem-solving skills.

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