Learning from learning groups

Abstract

Quality circles, project teams, autonomous work groups, and self‐managed teams are very much a part of organizational life in today′s competitive and constantly changing work environment. Considers the issues in developing groups as a focus for learning for individuals and the organization as a whole. Reports on a two‐year project evaluating the processes and outcomes of learning groups, and suggests that lessons learned from this project can be applied to help maximize learning and performance in groups in a wide range of organizational contexts. Presents outcomes regarding effective group selection, learning achievements and group processes. Draws conclusions and highlights key issues.

Citation

McDougall, M. and Beattie, R.S. (1995), "Learning from learning groups", Journal of Management Development, Vol. 14 No. 8, pp. 35-41. https://doi.org/10.1108/02621719510097406