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The Action Learning Handbook: Powerful Techniques for Education, Professional Development and Training » Read Now
by Anne Brockbank, Ian McGill. 288 pgs.

Collections: Education, Entire Library

Action learning is a continued process of learning and reflection with the support of a group of colleagues, working on real issues. The action learning method is increasingly used to bring innovation to many different fields of work. The principles of action learning can achieve improvement and...
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Action learning is a continued process of learning and reflection with the support of a group of colleagues, working on real issues. The action learning method is increasingly used to bring innovation to many different fields of work. The principles of action learning can achieve improvement and transformation in a wide range of applications and disciplines, including professional training and educational contexts. This book is a comprehensive guide to action learning which maintains an accessible, practical focus throughout. It is packed with useful resources, including case studies and ideas for workshop sessions. Key topics covered include: * action learning in professional and educational settings * setting up, facilitating and evaluating an action learning programme * the roles and skills required to practice successfully *nbsp;use of action learningnbsp;in relation to the individual, the group and the organization *nbsp;the role of reflection; and action learning theory. Newcomers to the area of action learning will find this an essential introduction which can be put to use straight away, while more experienced practitioners seeking a deeper understanding will value the thorough analysis of action learning theory.
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The Leader's Change Handbook: An Essential Guide to Setting Direction and Taking Action (Chap. Six "Leading Learning and Learning to Lead: An Action Learning Approach to Developing Organizational Fitness") » Read Now
by Jay A. Conger, Edward E. Lawler III, Gretchen M. Spreitzer. 379 pgs.

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Recently, the nation's top business researchers and practitioners gathered on the University of Southern California campus. They came together at the invitation of USC's Leadership Institute and the Center for Effective Organizations, two of the country's premier think tanks on leadership and...
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Recently, the nation's top business researchers and practitioners gathered on the University of Southern California campus. They came together at the invitation of USC's Leadership Institute and the Center for Effective Organizations, two of the country's premier think tanks on leadership and change. Their mission: to collaborate on a book that would present the most advanced ideas about the role of leaders as they attempt to radically transform their organizations. This elite group of thinkers, influential authors, and business gurus shared their experiences, asked the tough questions, and conspired to create the most up-to-date and authoritative work in the field. The result is The Leader's Change Handbook.Full of fascinating case studies, action strategies, and unbeatable advice, The Leader's Change Handbook contains the best new thinking from each of its distinguished contributors on the twin challenges leaders face as they try to create leaner, more responsive organizations while empowering their workforces. This compilation of essays is a unique synthesis of wisdom and insight presented by a coterie of business luminaries¾David Nadler, Richard Pascale, Bob Quinn, Christopher Bartlett, Ron Heifetz, and Susan Mohrman among them¾working toward a common vision.Taken individually, each chapter offers specific solutions for executives, managers, consultants, and human resource professionals struggling to implement change within their organizations. Taken together, they form a comprehensive handbook that outlines the key elements of effective change management, expands the traditional notions of leadership, and anticipates the future of organizational transformation.
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The Future of Leadership Development (Chap. 6 "Action Learning and Multirater Feedback: Pathways to Leadership Development?") » Read Now
by Susan Elaine Murphy, Ronald E. Riggio. 279 pgs.

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The 11th Annual Kravis-de Roulet Leadership Conference at Claremont McKenna College brought together an impressive slate of scholars whose theories, research, and cutting-edge techniques are now gathered together in this impressive volume. Each chapter asks and answers questions about the current...
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The 11th Annual Kravis-de Roulet Leadership Conference at Claremont McKenna College brought together an impressive slate of scholars whose theories, research, and cutting-edge techniques are now gathered together in this impressive volume. Each chapter asks and answers questions about the current state of the field while providing future direction for research to help bridge the gap between leadership researchers and leadership development practitioners.
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The Theory & Practice of Learning ("Action Learning" begins on p. 137) » Read Now
by Colin Griffin, John Holford, Peter Jarvis. 198 pgs.

Collections: Education, Psychology, Entire Library

Learning is among the most basic of human activities. The study of learning, and research into learning a central part of educational studies. Now published in a second edition, this book is a comprehensive introduction to contemporary theories and modern practices of learning. Updated and expanded...
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Learning is among the most basic of human activities. The study of learning, and research into learning a central part of educational studies. Now published in a second edition, this book is a comprehensive introduction to contemporary theories and modern practices of learning. Updated and expanded, written in non-technical language, this new edition will be a valuable guide for all teachers, facilitators, human resource developers and students of education.Contents include updated and new material on: * lifelong learning; * the social background to learning; * cognitivist theory; * types of learning; * learning using ICT; * philosophical reflections on learning.
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Organizational Learning, Performance, and Change: An Introduction to Strategic Human Resource Development ("Action Learning" begins on p. 116) » Read Now
by Jerry W. Gilley, Ann Maycunich. 494 pgs.

Collections: Education, Entire Library

Organizational Learning, Performance, and Change presents the most current theoretical frameworks and practical applications in the field of human resource development. Drawing from the authors' pioneering research, this book offers the most comprehensive treatment of HRD theory and practice...
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Organizational Learning, Performance, and Change presents the most current theoretical frameworks and practical applications in the field of human resource development. Drawing from the authors' pioneering research, this book offers the most comprehensive treatment of HRD theory and practice available, providing educators and practitioners alike with a rigorous approach to analyzing and launching successful HRD programs.
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Rethinking Strategic Learning ("Action Learning" begins on p. 114) » Read Now
by Russ Vince. 174 pgs.

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A critical perspective on HRD, Russ Vince's key argument is that staff responsible for learning and change in organizations have put too much effort into the development of individuals and not enough into understanding and engaging with organizational dynamics that limit abilities and opportunities to learn and change.
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Managers Learning in Action (Chap. 10 "Developing Managers Not Analysts: Action Learning Based Degree Programmes for Managers") » Read Now
by David Coghlan, Tony Dromgoole, Pat Joynt, Peter Sorensen. 197 pgs.

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Rather than offering a purely practical or theoretical text, the authors have combined theory and practice to create a holistic exploration of learning at work. They have studied organisations in hi-tech manufacturing, engineering, telecommunications, health care, transport and the public sector.
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Planning & Management in Distance Education (Chap. 8 "Management of Research and Development through the Support of Action Learning Projects") » Read Now
by Santosh Panda. 288 pgs.

Collections: Education, Entire Library

Online distance education and training is being adopted throughout the world as a cost-effective, flexible answer to widening access for all. This enthusiasm has led to many initiatives and policies from governments to encourage online learning at international, national, regional and institutional...
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Online distance education and training is being adopted throughout the world as a cost-effective, flexible answer to widening access for all. This enthusiasm has led to many initiatives and policies from governments to encourage online learning at international, national, regional and institutional levels. Also, changes in distance learning continue to take place as a result of educational discourse and innovations in ICT. Distance learning courses are therefore under pressure to reform, and successful management of external policy planning and internal change management is key to the implementation and maintenance of reforms.World-class leaders, researchers and practitioners share their experiences, research and critical reflection in this book, providing guidance on how to balance quality management with quality learning. Subjects covered include policy and planning, institutional management, management of processes, quality assurance and accreditation, and internationalization.This book will aid anyone involved in running or wanting to implement distance education to effectively manage an online learning program.
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Staff and Educational Development: Case Studies, Experience, and Practice (Chap. 10 "I Will Survive Using Collaborative Action Learning for Curriculum Development") » Read Now
by David Baume, Helen Edwards, Graham Webb. 195 pgs.

Collections: Education, Entire Library

This latest instalment in the popular "Case Studies" series maintains the practical, interactive focus and format employed in previous titles. The book comprises a collection of case studies of best practice drawn from around the world. These are presented in such a way that the reader is encouraged...
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This latest instalment in the popular "Case Studies" series maintains the practical, interactive focus and format employed in previous titles. The book comprises a collection of case studies of best practice drawn from around the world. These are presented in such a way that the reader is encouraged to engage in critical reflection. After each case study, the author provides a thorough analysis of the case and teases out the key issues, providing links to research and experience in the area."Staff and Educational Development" covers the range of issues that really matter to staff and education developers in the field and draws material from the UK, US, Europe and Australia. Case studies cover different situations, environments and course types, including key areas such as skills, research supervision, curriculum change and development, support services, implementing change, leadership, quality assurance and improvement and accreditation.
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Learning & Teaching for Business: Case Studies of Successful Innovation (Chap. 5 "Introducing Action Learning into a Business School") » Read Now
by David Hawkridge, Roland Kaye. 226 pgs.

Collections: Education, Entire Library

This collection of best practice examples of business teaching will inspire and inform those involved in the improvement of teaching in Higher Education. Assembled by the Learning and Teaching Support Network the examples are drawn from institutions throughout the UK including: The Open University...
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This collection of best practice examples of business teaching will inspire and inform those involved in the improvement of teaching in Higher Education. Assembled by the Learning and Teaching Support Network the examples are drawn from institutions throughout the UK including: The Open University, Sheffield Hallam, City University, St Andrews, Brighton, De Montford, Liverpool John Moores, Glasgow, Leeds Met and Plymouth. While individual case studies focus on everything from the use of action learning, resource based learning, using technology and peer assessment to the development of a knowledge management system.
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The Politics of Ethics: Methods for Acting, Learning, and Sometimes Fighting with Others in Addressing Ethics Problems in Organizational Life (Chap. 3 "Politics of Ethics Framework Based on Action-Learning") » Read Now
by Richard P. Nielsen. 258 pgs.

Collections: Philosophy, Entire Library

Can ethical character be stimulated and enabled? Cognitive understanding of organizational ethics issues is important and necessary, but not sufficient. Ethical behavior does not emerge automatically. Effective political method is necessary. While it may be difficult to teach ethical character...
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Can ethical character be stimulated and enabled? Cognitive understanding of organizational ethics issues is important and necessary, but not sufficient. Ethical behavior does not emerge automatically. Effective political method is necessary. While it may be difficult to teach ethical character, nonetheless, skill development with respect to joined ethics understanding and action-learning methods can help us develop the skills and confidence we need to actualize our ethical characters and social concerns. An action-learning approach to organizational ethics can help stimulate and enable ethical character.
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