Sculpting the Learning Organization: Lessons in the Art and Science of Systemic Change (The Jossey-Bass management series)

Sculpting the Learning Organization: Lessons in the Art and Science of Systemic Change (The Jossey-Bass management series)

by KarenE.Watkins (Author), VictoriaJ.Marsick (Author)

Synopsis

A unique perspective from adult educators experienced in organizational change. Shows human resource professionals, frontline managers, and others how people learn in the workplace and how to support that learning in programs that foster high employee involvement, in self-directed teams, or by addressing core organizational concerns such as balancing work and home life.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 298
Publisher: Jossey Bass
Published: 12 Oct 1993

ISBN 10: 1555425763
ISBN 13: 9781555425760

Media Reviews
This is not a 'flavor of the month' management book; this is a 'blueprint for organizations in the 21st Century.' --Dr. Marie Volpe, former manager, education & development, Exxon Research & Engineering Company Those of us helping our organizations become more proficient in learning will benefit from this thoughtful, comprehensive, and timely work. --Katharine C. Weldon, director of education methods, Ernst & Young
Author Bio
KAREN E. WATKINS is associate professor, Department of Adult Education, University of Georgia, Athens. She has served as a consultant for numerous organizations including Motorola, Texas Instruments, and Chevron. Her previous books include Facilitating Learning in the Workplace (1991). VICTORIA J. MARSICK is associate professor of adult and continuing education and codirector, Adult Education Graduate Programs, at Teachers College, Columbia University. She has consulted worldwide for international agencies and U.S. firms including AT&T, Exxon, and CIBA-GEIGY. Her previous books include Learning in the Workplace and Professionals' Ways of Knowing (with H. K. Morris Baskett, 1992). Watkins and Marsick are also coauthors of Informal and Incidental Learning (1990).