An Organizational Theory Concept Issue

An Organizational Theory Concept Issue

Current events paper (250 points):

Students will work individually to find an organizational theory concept issue in the real world. This can be in newspapers, film, television, books, etc., or some format where everyone can obtain the same information about the issues (personal experiences are not accepted).

The issue must be analyzed using the theories and concepts presented in the readings and in class. Additional academic journal sources should be used to supplement the readings.

Students will also have the option to work collaboratively on this assignment with another student, but this increases the page count to 10-12 pages. Current event papers are expected to be between 8-10 pages.

A draft of the paper will be due on 11/15/20 but will be accepted at any time during the semester. I will provide feedback on your draft, and your final paper is due during finals week (December 8th).

Students have the option to give a presentation of the paper to the class for up to 5 extra credit points (due December 8th). A rubric will be provided in D2L.

Both the case study assignment and current events paper will be graded on the following criteria:

Summary of Highlights from case/event(clearly summarize key points as it relates to organizational theory) Share Your Own Thinking(provide some commentary or opinions – supported with clear rationale – about what you think of the positions, arguments or hypotheses presented) Linkages with Readings and Other Materials(case studies should use the materials presented in class as well as other relevant sources e.g., academic journal articles to support your positions) Presentation (well written, clear, and concise presentation style, statements are well supported