Organizational Behavior (OpenStax)
Posted: July 4, 2019 | Updated: October 14, 2020
Author: J. Stewart Black, David S. Bright, Donald G. Gardner, Eva Hartmann, et al.
This OpenStax resource aligns to introductory courses in Organizational Behavior. The text presents the theory, concepts, and applications with particular emphasis on the impact that individuals and groups can have on organizational performance and culture. An array of recurring features engages students in entrepreneurial thinking, managing change, using tools/technology, and responsible management; furthermore, the unique chapter on Social Media and Communication contextualizes the importance and implications of various platforms and communications methods.
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Business, Human Resources and Organizational Behaviour
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Q: The text covers all areas and ideas of the subject appropriately and provides an effective index and/or glossary
The text covers all areas and ideas of the subject appropriately, however instead of adding reference in the end it should be added after the end of every chapter to make as ready reference to the reader.
Comprehensiveness Rating: 4 out of 5
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Yes, the text is written in a very clear manner. However, I have cited one problem as below:
Some tables are split into two pages that becomes difficult for reader to understand e.g., table 1.1
Clarity Rating: 4 out of 5
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The text is internally consistent in terms of terminology and framework.
The terminology and symbols are explained coherently. Each section has specific learning objectives. Nevertheless, key take away may be added at end of each chapter
and key take-away concepts.
Consistency Rating: 5 out of 5
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Modularity Rating: 5 out of 5
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The text is written in a lucid, clear and logical manner.
Organization Rating: 5 out of 5
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• One or two cases could have been solved enabling the reader to think critically.
• Few multiple-choice questions could be added in each chapter.
Interface Rating: 4 out of 5
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No grammatical or spelling errors could be found.
Grammar Rating: 5 out of 5
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The text does not have an inherent cultural bias.
Cultural Relevance Rating: 5 out of 5
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