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What comes to your mind when you hear the term Technopreneurship?
What comes to your mind when you hear the term Technopreneurship?
A merging of technology and entrepreneurship.
How do you think technology influences entrepreneurship today?
How do you think technology influences entrepreneurship today?
Technology streamlines processes, enhances communication, and creates new business opportunities.
What are some key characteristics that differentiate a traditional entrepreneur from a technopreneur?
What are some key characteristics that differentiate a traditional entrepreneur from a technopreneur?
Technopreneurs focus on technology-driven businesses and often have a background in engineering or research.
Can you think of any local or global technopreneurs who have significantly impacted society?
Can you think of any local or global technopreneurs who have significantly impacted society?
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Technopreneurship refers to the process of integrating technological innovations with ______ ventures.
Technopreneurship refers to the process of integrating technological innovations with ______ ventures.
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Technopreneurship is exclusively about starting businesses in the technology sector.
Technopreneurship is exclusively about starting businesses in the technology sector.
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What is the goal of technopreneurship?
What is the goal of technopreneurship?
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What is one of the main differences between a technopreneur and an entrepreneur in terms of funding?
What is one of the main differences between a technopreneur and an entrepreneur in terms of funding?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Introduction to Technopreneurship
- Technopreneurship combines technology and entrepreneurship to create new or transform existing businesses.
- Key components: integration of technological innovations into business ventures.
- Concept encapsulated as “Creating the NEW and destroying the OLD” through innovations in products, processes, markets, and services.
Preparatory Activity Overview
- Students reflect on the influence of technology on entrepreneurship.
- Highlight awareness of technology-driven businesses and their societal impact.
- Group discussions aimed at identifying characteristics of technopreneurs versus traditional entrepreneurs.
Importance of Technopreneurship
- Drives long-term technological development beneficial to society.
- Enhances access to advancements in technology.
- Generates employment opportunities, especially in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
- Contributes to market economy growth and fosters an entrepreneurial mindset.
Technopreneurship vs. Entrepreneurship
- Comparison: Both involve creating and managing new ventures but differ in focus.
- Technopreneurship specifically emphasizes leveraging technological innovations.
- Entrepreneurship encompasses a broader range of industries without strict tech focus.
Distinction between Technopreneur and Entrepreneur
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Focus:
- Technopreneur: commercializing new technology.
- Entrepreneur: variety of industries.
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Background:
- Technopreneur: typically has an engineering or research background.
- Entrepreneur: comes from diverse educational backgrounds.
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Funding:
- Technopreneur: often requires significant capital for tech development.
- Entrepreneur: can bootstrap with fewer resources.
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Intellectual Property:
- Technopreneur: prioritizes securing patents and rights for technology.
- Entrepreneur: focuses on branding and marketing strategies.
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Market Awareness:
- Technopreneur: must stay updated on technological advancements.
- Entrepreneur: needs to be informed about market trends and customer preferences.
Characteristics of Technopreneurs
- Technopreneurs are risk-takers, innovative, flexible, persistent, and visionary.
- Aims to leverage technology to enhance or revolutionize existing processes in business.
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This quiz covers the foundational concepts of technopreneurship, differentiating between technopreneurship and traditional entrepreneurship. Students will explore various ideas related to technopreneurship and reflect on the prompts provided. Get ready to deepen your understanding of this vital business approach!
