社會創新與創業

In response to growing global interest in addressing complex societal challenges through innovative and entrepreneurial approaches, this course explores the dynamic field of social innovation and entrepreneurship, with a particular emphasis on technology-driven solutions. This course is designed to provide students with a theoretical and practical foundation in understanding the principles and frameworks central to social innovation and technology entrepreneurship. Through a combination of interactive lectures, case studies, seminars, and applied research projects, students will learn to critically analyze real-world social issues and entrepreneurial responses. The course also equips students with essential research skills tailored to this interdisciplinary domain. Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Understand and Apply Key Concepts: Demonstrate an understanding of key concepts, theories, and frameworks in social innovation and entrepreneurship, and apply them to analyze and address contemporary social and environmental challenges. 2. Design and Conduct Research: Formulate relevant research questions and apply appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies to investigate issues related to social innovation and technology entrepreneurship. 3. Develop and Communicate Solutions: Collaboratively design innovative solutions to real-world problems, and effectively communicate research findings and project outcomes through written reports, presentations, and academic discourse.

Students are expected to have completed prior research courses offered by the course instructor. A foundational understanding of research design, methodology, and academic writing is essential for successful participation in this course.

This course will adopt a blended teaching approach combining lectures, seminars, discussions, presentations, and project-based learning.

Class Participation (Individual) 30% Assignment I 30% Assignment II 40% Total 100% Class Participation includes attendance, contributions to discussions, engagement in seminars and workshops, reflection homework, and collaborative learning behaviour. Assignments I & II may include case analyses, project proposals, field research, or reflective essays, and will be further explained during the course.

• Research Design and Methodology in Social Entrepreneurship
• Practical Application and Research Presentation
• Theoretical Foundations of Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Smith, W. K., Besharov, M. L., Wessels, A. K., & Chertok, M. (2012). A paradoxical leadership model for social entrepreneurs: Challenges, leadership skills, and pedagogical tools for managing social and commercial demands. Academy of Management Learning & Education, 11(3), 463–478. https://doi.org/10.5465/amle.2011.0021 Alvord, S. H., Brown, L. D., & Letts, C. W. (2004). Social entrepreneurship and societal transformation: An exploratory study. The Journal of Applied Behavioral Science, 40(3), 260–282. https://doi.org/10.1177/0021886304266847 Karnani, A. (2007). The mirage of marketing to the bottom of the pyramid: How the private sector can help alleviate poverty. California Management Review, 49(4), 90–111. https://doi.org/10.2307/41166407 Powell, M., & Osborne, S. P. (2015). Can marketing contribute to sustainable social enterprise? Social Enterprise Journal, 11(1), 24–46. https://doi.org/10.1108/SEJ-07-2014-0026 Additional journal articles and reading materials will be assigned and provided during the course.

地點

A707, Assembly Building 1.

時間

Friday, 9am - 12 noon. By appointment (please email the instructor in advance to schedule a meeting).

聯絡方式

sirirat.sae.lim@nycu.edu.tw