Chapter 1

: Introduction
  - Background and context
  - Purpose and significance of the study
  - Research questions
  - Scope and limitations
  - Definition of key terms
  - Organization of the paper

Chapter 2

: Literature Review
  - Theoretical frameworks of institutional partnerships
  - Benefits of adult education-community partnerships
  - Models and case studies from previous research

Chapter 3

: Research Methodology
  - Qualitative research approach
  - Data collection methods
  - Sampling strategy for case studies
  - Data analysis plan
  - Ethical considerations

Chapter 4

: Case Study Analysis
  - Profile of partner organizations
  - Description of partnership programs
  - Perceived outcomes by stakeholders
  - Facilitators of effective collaboration
  - Challenges faced

Chapter 5

: Findings from the Research
  - Key themes from the literature
  - Emergent themes from the case studies
  - Addressing the research questions