Action Learning

Action Learning is a process that involves a small group working on real problems, taking action, and learning as individuals, as a team, and as an organization. It helps organizations develop creative, flexible and successful strategies to pressing problems.

Action Learning Solves Problems

Action Learning solves problems and develops leaders simultaneously because its simple rules force participants to think critically and work collaboratively. Action Learning is particularly effective for solving complex problems that may appear unsolvable. It elevates the norms, the collaboration, the creativity, and the courage of groups. The Action Learning coach assists group members in reflecting on the advancement of their group functioning, rather than on their problem solving. In this way, Action Learning participants become effective leaders as they solve difficult problems.

How can you benefit from WIAL Action Learning?

Action Learning empowers individuals, teams, and organizations. It generates a new way of problem solving and action taking in the business sphere. Action Learning will enhance the performance of your business or organization.

Action Learning Components                    

Action Learning is a process of insightful questioning and reflective listening.

Action Learning tackles problems through a process of first asking questions to clarify the exact nature of the problem, reflecting and identifying possible solutions, and only then taking action. Questions build group dialogue and cohesiveness, generate innovative and systems thinking, and enhance learning results.

1. A REAL URGENT PROBLEM

2. AN ACTION LEARNING GROUP OR TEAM (4 to 8 people)

3. A PROCESS OF INSIGHTFUL QUESTIONING AND REFLECTIVE LISTENING

4. AN ACTION TAKEN ON THE PROBLEM

5. A COMMITMENT TO LEARNING

6. AN ACTION LEARNING COACH