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synthesizing findings from research on organizational development models and theories

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**1. Research and Selection of Sources**

· Identify 8–10 reputable sources using academic databases like JSTOR, ProQuest, or Google Scholar. Prioritize peer-reviewed articles, case studies, and industry reports focusing on organizational culture models and theories.

· Include seminal works (e.g., Schein, Hofstede) as well as recent developments to provide comprehensive coverage.

**2. Critical Analysis**

· Thoroughly review each source, extracting key insights into leadership, values, diagnostic tools, and other components relevant to culture enhancement.

· Compare and contrast at least 3–4 models, highlighting strengths, limitations, and applicability.

**3. Identify Gaps in Literature**

· Analyze areas where existing research falls short, such as addressing modern challenges like remote work, globalization, or equity in diverse organizations.

· Clearly explain how addressing these gaps will inform the development of your new model.

**4. Synthesis and Writing**

· Organize the literature review into sections with clear subheadings (e.g., Historical Context, Key Themes, Gaps in Research, Proposed Directions).

· Build a coherent narrative connecting insights from your research to your model’s foundational components.

**5. Conclude with Future Directions**

· Wrap up the review by briefly explaining how the gaps identified will shape your model and what steps you’ll take next in Assignment 2.

**6. Create APA Reference Page**

· Ensure all sources cited are included in a properly formatted APA reference list at the end of the literature review.

**Submission Instructions:**

· An 8–10-page Word Document synthesizing findings from research on organizational development models and theories. This review should establish the theoretical foundation for developing a new model, providing summaries, critical analysis, identification of gaps, and proposed directions.

·
**Double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12-point font, APA citation style**

·
**APA Reference Page**

·
**Please include headings for each section of this assignment.**

· Include a properly formatted APA reference page listing all sources cited in the literature review.

**Be sure to review the following prior to submitting your assignment:**

· We strive for academic integrity in all aspects of education, and you are expected to uphold these standards when creating and submitting your discussion.  View the
[Standards of Student Conduct [webpage]](https://www.apu.apus.edu/student-handbook/university-policies-and-code-of-conduct/apus-student-code-of-conduct/standards-of-student-conduct/) for more information on what that means at APUS.

· Assignment Rubric

· If you do not see the rubric,
**select Course Tools in the blue horizontal navigation bar and then Assignments**. Select the appropriate assignment, and the rubric will be located near the bottom of the page.

**## Week2.docx**

**Assignment Directions**

This Assignment assesses
[CO-1. [content page]](https://myclassroom.apus.edu/d2l/common/dialogs/quickLink/quickLink.d2l?ou=962417&type=content&rcode=00D22884-7DC5-4408-809B-589E36B04C5A-5979)

**1. Research and Selection of Sources**

· Identify 8–10 reputable sources using academic databases like JSTOR, ProQuest, or Google Scholar. Prioritize peer-reviewed articles, case studies, and industry reports focusing on organizational culture models and theories.

· Include seminal works (e.g., Schein, Hofstede) as well as recent developments to provide comprehensive coverage.

**2. Critical Analysis**

· Thoroughly review each source, extracting key insights into leadership, values, diagnostic tools, and other components relevant to culture enhancement.

· Compare and contrast at least 3–4 models, highlighting strengths, limitations, and applicability.

**3. Identify Gaps in Literature**

· Analyze areas where existing research falls short, such as addressing modern challenges like remote work, globalization, or equity in diverse organizations.

· Clearly explain how addressing these gaps will inform the development of your new model.

**4. Synthesis and Writing**

· Organize the literature review into sections with clear subheadings (e.g., Historical Context, Key Themes, Gaps in Research, Proposed Directions).

· Build a coherent narrative connecting insights from your research to your model’s foundational components.

**5. Conclude with Future Directions**

· Wrap up the review by briefly explaining how the gaps identified will shape your model and what steps you’ll take next in Assignment 2.

**6. Create APA Reference Page**

· Ensure all sources cited are included in a properly formatted APA reference list at the end of the literature review.

**Submission Instructions:**

· An 8–10-page Word Document synthesizing findings from research on organizational development models and theories. This review should establish the theoretical foundation for developing a new model, providing summaries, critical analysis, identification of gaps, and proposed directions.

·
**Double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12-point font, APA citation style**

·
**APA Reference Page**

·
**Please include headings for each section of this assignment.**

· Include a properly formatted APA reference page listing all sources cited in the literature review.

**Be sure to review the following prior to submitting your assignment:**

· We strive for academic integrity in all aspects of education, and you are expected to uphold these standards when creating and submitting your discussion.  View the
[Standards of Student Conduct [webpage]](https://www.apu.apus.edu/student-handbook/university-policies-and-code-of-conduct/apus-student-code-of-conduct/standards-of-student-conduct/) for more information on what that means at APUS.

· Assignment Rubric

· If you do not see the rubric,
**select Course Tools in the blue horizontal navigation bar and then Assignments**. Select the appropriate assignment, and the rubric will be located near the bottom of the page.