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Action Learning » (REVISED)

Book cover image of Action Learning by Ian McGill

Authors: Ian McGill, Liz Beaty
ISBN-13: 9780749434533, ISBN-10: 0749434538
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Taylor & Francis, Inc.
Date Published: April 2001
Edition: REVISED

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Author Biography: Ian McGill

Book Synopsis

Action learning is a method of learning that takes place in a group - of colleagues, or students. It is widely used in a number of educational fields, particularly where learning in groups is appropriate. Action learning is established in both higher education and in professional learning and training situations. First published in 1995, this book is recognized as a leading guide to using action learning techniques successfully.Written by two leading figures in the field, this newly revised edition retains the same straightforward and practical guidebook approach to how action learning works. Key points include being a facilitator of action learning; running workshops for a variety of situations, including higher education, management development, organizational change and professional development.

Table of Contents

Preface to the revised second edition
Acknowledgements
1Using the Guide1
2What is Action Learning?11
3How a Set Works29
4Being a Set Member47
5Being a Facilitator62
6Types of Action Learning81
7A Workshop for Introducing Action Learning99
8Skills Development: The Basics117
9Additional Skills138
10Learning and Development157
11Continuing Professional Development184
12Using Action Learning for Management Development194
13Action Learning in Higher Education220
14Action Learning: A Contribution to Individual, Organizational and Social Change243
Bibliography253
Glossary258
Addresses258
Index259

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