Business Case Writing/Open Educational Resource Development (Charlotte Hoopes)

Hybrid: this project is scheduled to begin on 6/15/2026 and run for 7 weeks, finishing on 7/31/2026.

Project Description

For this SRS project, students will work with me on two applied research projects in management and organizational behavior. The first project focuses on developing original business case studies based on real organizations. Students will assist with background research, outreach to organizations, interview preparation and participation, and drafting portions of the cases. The second project involves the final stages of an open educational resource (OER) eTextbook in management and organizational behavior. Students will help identify and evaluate credible sources, revise content for clarity and accuracy, incorporate short case studies and applied examples, and ensure materials meet accessibility requirements. Depending on student skills and interest, there may also be opportunities to contribute to graphic design work. I am looking for students who write well, pay close attention to detail, are reliable in completing assigned work, and want to deepen their understanding of organizational behavior topics.

Prerequisites

Management and Organizational Behavior (BUS 217)

Special Comments

Project Information (subject to change)

Estimated Start Date: 6/15/2026

Estimated End Date: 7/31/2026

Estimated Project Duration: 7 weeks

Maximum Number of Students Sought: 2

Research Location: Hybrid

Travel Required? Yes (If “yes”: There is the possibility of travel to locations within 1-2 hours of Lexington to conduct interviews, but this travel is limited and flexible.)

Contact Information: Charlotte Hoopes (email: choopes@wlu.edu)