This edition represents the first attempt in organizational behavior texts to fully integrate technology. Each copy of OB 8/E includes a CD-ROM containing the text and video shot specifically for this text. In addition, there is an Internet connection to a text-specific website . There students can find an interactive study guide, links to additional organizational behavior sites, and up-to-date news articles linked to their texts.
As with the last edition, the text will be supported by PHLIP -- Prentice Hall’s Learning on the Internet Partnership -- a faculty-support web site featuring Instructor’s Manual, PowerPoint slides, current news articles, and links to related Internet sites.
Based on the success of the ABC News videos (which have been retained and revised) we are introducing "On Location" videos. These are customized video cases shot specifically for this text, and intended to clearly demonstrate organizational behavior principles as they appear in real companies. The Knitting Factory, a small New York based music label, is the featured company. Its global network and reliance on technology for rapid growth present interesting examples of individual, group, and organizational issues and concepts discussed in the text. These videos can be accessed on the enclosed CD-ROM and are also available on VHS for classroom use. (text from the publisher)