First-Order and Second-Order Change

First-Order and Second-Order Change

Introduction

This paper discusses about the differences between first and second order change, which according to Waters et.al, (2003) reflect the order or the magnitude of change. These concepts are further discussed through providing suitable examples for each category of change in the following section.

Discussion

To begin this section, it is vital that the meaning of both the types of change is highlighted for better understanding of the concepts. This is as follows:

First-order Change

According to Lorenzi & Riley (2000) first-order change is a difference in the manner of which procedures or processes have been done in a ...