Deakin University
Browse

File(s) under permanent embargo

Organisational learning as an emerging process: the generative role of digital tools in informal learning practices

journal contribution
posted on 2014-11-01, 00:00 authored by Stefano Za, Paolo Spagnoletti, Andrea North-SamardzicAndrea North-Samardzic
Increasing attention is paid to organisational learning, with the success of contemporary organisations strongly contingent on their ability to learn and grow. Importantly, informal learning is argued to be even more significant than formal learning initiatives. Given the widespread use of digital technologies in the workplace, what requires further attention is how digital technologies (eg, massive open online courses—MOOC) enable informal learning processes. Drawing from Complex Adaptive Systems (CAS) theory, in this paper we advance a conceptual model for examining this important topic. The two dimensional matrix and the micro-level description of informal learning activities presented provide a framework for both further research on technology-mediated practices for informal learning, as well as the design of formative contexts for learning to occur.

History

Journal

British journal of educational technology

Volume

45

Issue

6

Pagination

1023 - 1035

Publisher

Wiley-Blackwell Publishing

Location

Chichester, England

ISSN

0007-1013

eISSN

1467-8535

Language

English

Publication classification

C Journal article; C1 Refereed article in a scholarly journal

Copyright notice

2014, Wiley-Blackwell Publishing

Usage metrics

    Research Publications

    Categories

    No categories selected

    Exports

    RefWorks
    BibTeX
    Ref. manager
    Endnote
    DataCite
    NLM
    DC