module 1

MODULE 1 DISCUSSION – CHAPTER 1

What are some advantages of McDonaldization? What are some disadvantages to non-McDonaldized settings and situations? Are there certain things that you wish were more McDonaldized? Are there things in life that should not be McDonaldized (e.g. love, family life, friendship, etc)? Why or why not?

module 2

MODULE 2 DISCUSSION

Compare the neighborhood that you currently live in to that of Levitown. How are they similar? Are there any differences? Is Weber’s concern over the “iron cage” or rationality a valid one? Why or why not?