Module Action Learning: Principles and Application in the Workplace

Indicative module content includes: Kolb's Learning Cycle; Experiential Learning theory; Learning styles theory - Honey and Mumford; Coveys 8th habit - listening; Action Learning set theory - Revans, Kolb, Mumford; Reflective practice and the reflective practitioner; the process of Action Learning; Contracting and good practice in Action Learning; Experiential learning sessions in relation to action learning.

On successful completion you will be able to:

• critically review different approaches to Action Learning by synthesising relevant theories and approaches to practice
• critically reflect on your own ability to perform effectively as an Action Learning Facilitator, engaging in peer Action Learning facilitation to seek advice on individual performance
• design an individualised detailed Action Learning set intervention for use in practice, (with measurable outcomes), by synthesising Action Learning
• use approaches from different perspectives

Indicative core bibliography

Covey, Stephen, R (2006) The 8th Habit; from effectiveness to greatness, Simon and Schuster, UK

Honey, P and  Mumford, A (1984) Using your learning styles, Maidenhead, UK

Kolb, DA (1984) Experience as the source of learning and development, Prentice-Hall, UK

Moon, AJ (2004) Reflection in Learning and Professional Development, Routledge, Oxford, UK

Pedlar, M (2011) Action Learning in Practice, Gower Publishing, Surrey, UK

Revans, RW (2011) ABC of action learning, e-book

Jasper, M. (2013) Beginning Reflective Practice. Cengage Learning. Available as e-book through Dawsonera.

Wigens, L. (2006) Expanding Nursing and Health Care Practice: Optimising Learning through Practice. Cengage Learning. Available as e-book through Dawsonera.