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Factors And Considerations For Change At James Madison University, Robert P. Zaepfel Jr.
Factors And Considerations For Change At James Madison University, Robert P. Zaepfel Jr.
Masters Theses, 2010-2019
The objective of this qualitative case study was to develop a thematic change model and taxonomy of change factors specifically designed for higher education practitioners at James Madison University (JMU). This research will provide resources to guide future institutional change at JMU while focusing on the practical nature of applying resources and techniques to facilitate organizational change. This study will bridge the gap between academic research and practitioner application by creating a cyclical theoretical framework grounding the exploration of complex higher education change dynamics at JMU. Individual interviews focused on recent change events were conducted with participants identified through the …