Reinterpreting the learning organisation
By: STEWART, Deb
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ArticlePublisher: West Yorkshire, England : MCB University Press, 2001Subject(s): Learning organization | Metaphor | Narratives | Organizational change | Organizational learningThe Learning Organization : an international journal 8, 3 and 4, p. 141-152Abstract: Examines the theoretical and practical development of the concept of the learning organisation (LO). Some theorists have used the term LO interchangeably with organisational learning, while others have drawn distinctions between the two. Provides a brief review of the current LO literature in the context of learning and organisational learning, and the theoretical tensions existing between these concepts. Treats the LO as a metaphor in order to explore the possibilities for its re-interpretation. Establishes the centrality of narrative to all human endeavours and that every organisational aspect is anchored in narratives. Holistically re-interprets the LO using narrative theory. Suggests the LO needs to be re-interpreted in the context of power relations and Bourdieus social theory. Claims that the use of metaphor, narrative and social theory enhance our thinking about the LO conceptually and will open up practical possibilities for practitioners and consultants
Examines the theoretical and practical development of the concept of the learning organisation (LO). Some theorists have used the term LO interchangeably with organisational learning, while others have drawn distinctions between the two. Provides a brief review of the current LO literature in the context of learning and organisational learning, and the theoretical tensions existing between these concepts. Treats the LO as a metaphor in order to explore the possibilities for its re-interpretation. Establishes the centrality of narrative to all human endeavours and that every organisational aspect is anchored in narratives. Holistically re-interprets the LO using narrative theory. Suggests the LO needs to be re-interpreted in the context of power relations and Bourdieus social theory. Claims that the use of metaphor, narrative and social theory enhance our thinking about the LO conceptually and will open up practical possibilities for practitioners and consultants
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