Learning action learning

• Published in: The journal of workplace learning Vol. 11; no. 3; pp. 89 - 94
• Main Author: Koo, L.C
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Bradford MCB UP Ltd 01.05.1999; Emerald Group Publishing Limited
• Subjects: Action learning; Adult Education; Adult Learning; Education; Electronic Publishing; Experiential Learning; Group Dynamics; Learning; Learning Processes; Methods; Organizational change; Teaching Methods; Technological Advancement; Websites; Hong Kong China; China; Electronic publishing; Adult education; Action learning
• ISSN: 1366-5626; 1758-7859
• DOI: 10.1108/13665629910264244

This paper outlines the action learning approach in adult education. To begin, it cites some definitions of action learning and describes the characteristics of this andragogical model through contrasting the common barriers and the benefits. The concept of questioning insight is dealt with in the learning equation. The social aspects of learning from each other in a set environment have been emphasized. With the advent of new technology, the future of action learning is highly promising to the learners, their employers, the education providers and the society. Some useful Web sites are included for those who want to approach learning more about the action learning approach.