MARQUARDT, Michael J <br/><br/>
Action learning in action :  transforming problems and people for world-class organizational learning 

 - California :  Davies-Black,  1999 
 - 259 p. 
<br/><br/> Part 1 - Action learning: what it is and why it works  Chapter 1 - Emergence of action learning in a world of change  Chapter 2 - Six essential elements of effective action learning  Chapter 3 - Action learning programs  Part 2 - Organizational applications of action learning  Chapter 4 - Problem solving  Chapter 5 - Creating learning organizations  Chapter 6 - Building teams  Chapter 7 -  Leadership development  Chapter 8 - Personal development  Chapter 9 - Action learning around the world  Part 3 - Establishing and implementing an action learning program  Chapter 10 - Setting up an action learning program  Chapter 11 - Tailoring action learning programs to your organization  Chapter 12 - Facilitating action learning groups  Chapter 13 -Avoiding the pitfalls  Chapter 14 - Assessing the action learning program 
<br/><br/> It is the challenge of this book to provide a comprehensive overview of the true principles and successful practices of action learning as it has emerged on a worldwide basis. The book will describe what action learning is, how and why it works, and what benefits accrue to organizations that employ it. This book also includes a step-by-step guide to implementing action learning programs in your organization. A key focus of the book wil1 be an exploration of the five valuable applications available to anyone or any organization employing action learning: improving problem-solving, developing a learning organization, building effective teams, training leaders, and helping people achieve personal and professional growth and development. Numerous case studies of companies that are successful1y applying action learning to their most chal1enging and perplexing problems, and at the same time using it to develop individuals, leaders, teams, and organizations, wil1 also be provided 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Capacitação Profissional<br/>Desenvolvimento Organizacional<br/>Capacitação<br/>Capacitação Profissional<br/>Organização<br/>Administração da Educação<br/>Programas de Ensino<br/>Capacitação Gerencial<br/>Programas de Capacitação