Description: In this assignment, students will explore the fascinating world of cooperatives, or co-ops, through a TED Talk that highlights the unique characteristics and benefits of these alternative business models. The TED Talk discusses the history of co-ops, their various types (consumer, producer, worker, etc.), and their democratic governance structure. Students will learn about famous co-ops like the Park Slope Food Co-op and Mondragon, and how they operate without traditional CEOs. Thro