Written assessment of the current OB literature should leverage and build on previous summaries to form a cohesive evaluation of the work.
Summary and descriiption author’s hypothesis, experience and recommendations. What area of organizational behavior is the author addressing? What
experience, examples or case studies are referenced to support? In what settings is the author recommending application? What current factors may
influence applicability?
Review of related of OB principles and theories.
November 12th
100 points
What OB principles are addressed directly, indirectly? Relate and describe theories and principles covered in class discussions and materials. Be sure to
identify specific theories, research or framework discussed in class. How does the author apply and assess these principles? What other research and
analysis supports or refutes?
Assessment and Applicability. Based on evaluation of author’s hypothesis in relation to associated research, do you agree with the author’s theory and
recommendations? Why or why not? How might the author’s theory support achieving higher productivity and accomplishing the goals of an organization?
Where might there be opportunity for further research or assessment to further support or disprove?
Importance and relevancy. How important or valuable did you find this work? Would you recommend it to someone studying organizational behavior or
dealing with an organizational behavior issue? Is it still relevant?
Personal development. How would you rate the impact of this book on your personal development? How would you consider incorporating
recommendations and thinking into your own interactions and use of OB theory? Have you changed any of your own behaviors based on theories presented?
Expected 8-10 pages.