Download the literature review outline template and synthesis template. Watch the tutorial: https://youtu.be/_wSegp8-YxM. I STRONGLY SUGGEST using a literature review outline is a valuable tool to help gather research from the literature that can help write a research paper. Using the synthesis template, write a 1000-1250 word paper on the following:
Introduction (Max Two Paragraphs): Provide an introduction that includes an overview of the topic and why this topic is vital to organizations. The Purpose: Provide a brief discussion informing the reader what the paper will discuss. Identify the themes that emerge from your reading and how this paper will discuss these themes. Conclude with a thesis statement.
Criterion 1: Identify the team or individual in the organization who is responsible for spearheading the innovation process.
Criterion 2: Conduct individual research on three theories or models from the following list and discuss their similarities and differences.
Diffusion of Innovation Theory
Innovation Adoption Curve
Tipping Point Theory
Technology Acceptance Model
Social Network Theory
Knowledge Management Theory
Lean Communication Theory
Agile Communication Theory
Interactive Communication Model
Stakeholder Theory
Criterion 3: Based on your analysis in Criterion 2, evaluate how these theories and models can aid organizations in better understanding and managing innovation processes.
Criterion 4: Examine their ability to provide insights into the driving forces and barriers to innovation, the dissemination of ideas, the roles of various stakeholders, and the significance of effective communication strategies in each phase of the innovation process.
Conclusion (Max One Paragraph): Reiterate the paper’s purpose, then confirm your thesis statement. Provide a conclusion that can be drawn when articles are taken together as a single entity. What is the overall message of the group articles? Include citations within each paragraph.
Do not use any of the required readings in this module. You will need to search for additional articles.
Writing Assignments Grading Criteria. In addition to the criteria, each writing assignment must meet the following standards:
Introduction: Provide an introduction that includes an overview of the topic and why this topic is essential to organizations. Then, provide a brief discussion informing the reader what the paper will discuss. Identify the themes that emerge from your reading and how this paper will discuss these themes. Conclude with a thesis statement.
Conclusion: Provide a conclusion that can be drawn when articles are taken together as a single entity. What is the overall message of the group articles? Include citations within each paragraph.
Paragraph Structure: Each paragraph begins with a topic sentence (not cited) that tells the reader what the paragraph discusses. Synthesize three to four authors’ thoughts (cited) that support your topic sentence. Provide a concluding (or transition) paragraph that takes the reader into the next section.
Logical Flow/APA: Each section is written well-structured, has a logical flow, uses correct paragraph structure, uses proper sentence structure, uses correct punctuation, and uses correct APA format.
References: Learners can use books, dissertations, peer-reviewed articles, conference proceedings, and technical reports. 75% of the references used must be within the last five years. Additionally, learners must use articles other than the “required reading” articles in this syllabus.
Similarity Index: The similarity index shall be no higher than 15%.
The synthesis is mandatory. NOTE: The template is not fully APA formatted; therefore, you must refer to pages 29-61 to ensure your paper is in APA format.
Please utilize 15 sources, within the 2019-2024 year time frame. Please use the sentence starters, refrain from grammar school words like; big, very, little. Every paragraph must have sources, introduction included.
The research must also be synthesized, utilizing 2-3 authors for one sentence.
For example, “Successful implementation of innovation is a critical source of organisational change because it depends on support of employees of the organisation (Fuglsang and Sundbo 2005; Ramadani and Gerguri, 2011)”.