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The learning organization: a review and evaluation

Thomas N. Garavan

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Undertakes a critical review of the confused and confusing literature on the learning organization. Draws on both psychological and organizational perspectives, and focuses on the distinction between organizational learning and the concept of the learning organization. Concludes with a consideration of the issues involved in creating a learning organization.

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Undertakes a critical review of the confused and confusing literature on the learning organization. Draws on both psychological and organizational perspectives, and focuses on the distinction between organizational learning and the concept of the learning organization. Concludes with a consideration of the issues involved in creating a learning organization.

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Undertakes a critical review of the confused and confusing literature on the learning organization. Draws on both psychological and organizational perspectives, and focuses on the distinction between organizational learning and the concept of the learning organization. Concludes with a consideration of the issues involved in creating a learning organization.

Key concepts: Organizational learning, Learning organization, Organization development, Knowledge management, Organizational effectiveness, Learning sciences, Psychology, Experiential learning

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