Org Info Domain of Inquiry Discussion Questions

Assessing your own understanding
 * 1)  What is the meaning of the word 'metaphor'?
 * 2) Why is 'metaphor' important for study of organizations, and for the study of ICT in organizations?
 * 3) What does 'level of analysis' mean?
 * 4) How is 'metaphor' different from 'level of analysis'?
 * 5) What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a 'metaphor' to study organizations?
 * 6) Can you provide a succinct definition of the word 'theory'?
 * 7) Are 'theory' and 'metaphor' the same (in the context of studying organizations)?
 * 8) If organizations are viewed as 'instruments of domination' as one of Morgan's metaphors suggests, and if you 'buy into' this metaphor, how will your research agenda be affected?