Work

The Upside of the Downside

Year: 2000

Type: article

Abstract: In this paper we suggest that it is important in management education to work with the defensive dynamics in learning groups. Through a consideration of the dynamics within complex systems, we argue that the ways in which these defensive dynamics are worked with may determine the levels of learning attained. This work requires a recognition that defensive dynamics within groups can limit learning, an awareness of the nature of such dynamics, and skill in adopting appropriate strategies in relation to them. Both staff and learners can contribute to this work.

Source: Management Learning

DOI: 10.1177/1350507600314003

Authors: Peter Simpson, Robert French, Russ Vince

Institutions: University of the West of England, University of Glamorgan

Language: English

Topic: Organizational Learning and Leadership

Subfield: Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W1965532059

FWCI: 0.734

Cites: 26

Cited by: 24

Related to: 10